Spotlight

by Jennifer Hudson

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Hoo (A)hoo, hoo (Bm7)hoo.

Hoo (A)hoo, hoo (Gmaj7)hoo.

Hoo (Bm7)hoo, hoo (A)hoo.

Ooh.

Are you a man who loves and cher ing ish es and (A)cares for me?

(Is that you, is that you, is that you?

Are you Yeah.) a guard in a pri son, max i mum se (Bm7)cu ri ty?

(Is that you, is that you, is that you?

Do we Yeah.) stay home all the time ’cause you want me (A)to your self?

(Bm7)doubt.

(Is that you, is that you, is that you?

Or am Yeah.) I locked a way pris out of fear that I’d find (Bm7)some one (A)else?

(Is that you, is that you?

Yeah.) Well, I don’t (Gmaj7)like

liv ing un der (A)your spot (Bm7)light

just be cause you (A)think I (Gmaj7)might

find some (Bm7)bod y wor

thy.

Oh, I don’t (Gmaj7)like

liv ing un der (A)your spot (Bm7)light.

May be if you (A)treat me (Gmaj7)right,

you won’t (Bm7)have to wor

ry.

Is this a re la tion ship ful fill ing your needs as (A)well as mine?

(Is that you, is that you, is that you?

Or is Yeah.) this just my sen pri tence?

max i Am I (Bm7)do ing time?

(Is that you, is that you, is that you?

If this Yeah.) is love, real, real love, ’cause you then I’m (A)stay ing, no (Bm7)doubt.

(Is that you, is that you, is that you?

But if Yeah.) I’m just love’s way pris on er, fear that then I’m (Bm7)bust ing (A)out.

(Is that you, is that you?

Yeah.) Well, I don’t (Gmaj7)like

liv ing un der (A)your spot (Bm7)light

just be cause you (A)think I (Gmaj7)might

find some (Bm7)bod y wor

thy.

Oh, I don’t (Gmaj7)like

liv ing un der (A)your spot (Bm7)light.

May be if you (A)treat me (Gmaj7)right,

you won’t (Bm7)have to wor

ry.

Is this a re la

Oh, you ought to be a shamed of your self.

What the hell do you think you’re do ing lov ing me, lov ing me so wrong.

Ba by, all I do is (Em7)try

to show you that you’re (A)my

one and on ly guy

no mat ter who may come a long.

O pen your eyes, ’cause, ba by, I don’t (Gmaj7)lie.

Hoo (A)hoo, hoo (Bm7)hoo.

Ooh, ooh.

Hoo (A)hoo, hoo (Gmaj7)hoo.

Well, I don’t

I don’t lie.

Spotlight by Jennifer Hudson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Spotlight” by Jennifer Hudson in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of D at 110 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Spotlight" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Spotlight"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.