The Man

by Aloe Blacc

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Well, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Yeah, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Go a head and tell (Bm)ev ’ry bod y.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

Yes, I am; yes, I (Bm)am; yes, I am.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

I be lieve ev ’ry lie that I ev er told, paid for ev ’ry heart that I ev er stole; I played my cards and I did n’t fold.

Well, it ain’t that hard when you got soul.

(This is my world.) Some where I heard that life is a test.

I’ve been through the worst, but I still give my best.

God made my mold dif f’rent from the rest, then He broke that mold, so I know I’m blessed.

(This is my world.) Stand up now and (Bm)face the sun.

Won’t hide my tail or (D)turn and (D#dim7)run.

It’s time to do what must be done: to be a king when king dom comes.

Well, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Yeah, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Go a head and tell (Bm)ev ’ry bod y.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

Well, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Yeah, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Go a head and tell (Bm)ev ’ry bod y.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

(Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

Yes, I am; yes, I (Bm)am; yes, I am.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

I got all the an swers to your ques tions.

I’ll be the teach er; (D)you could be the les son.

I’ll be the preach er; (Bm)you be the con fes sion.

I’ll be the quick re lief to all your stress ing.

(This is (Em)my (Bm7)world.) It’s a thin line be tween love and hate.

Is you real ly real, or is you real ly fake?

I’m a sol dier stand ing on my feet; no sur ren der, and I won’t re treat.

(This is (Em)my (Bm7)world.) Stand up now and (Bm)face the sun.

Won’t hide my tail or (D)turn and (D#dim7)run.

It’s time to do what must be done and be a king when king dom comes.

Well, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Yeah, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Go a head and tell (Bm)ev ’ry bod y.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

Well, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Yeah, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Go a head and tell (Bm)ev ’ry bod y.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

(Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

Yes, I am; yes, I (Bm)am; yes, I am.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

I’m the (Gmaj9)man.

Go a head and tell (Em11)ev ’ry bod y

what I’m (Dmaj13)say ing, y’all.

I’m the (Gmaj9)man.

Go a head and tell (Em11)ev ’ry bod y,

what I’m (Dmaj13)say ing, y’all.

I’m the

hey, what I’m (A6/9)say ing, y’all.

Well, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Yeah, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Go a head and tell (Bm)ev ’ry bod y.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

Well, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Yeah, you can tell (D)ev ’ry bod y.

Go a head and tell (Bm)ev ’ry bod y.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

Yes, I am; yes, I (Bm)am; yes, I am.

I’m the man, I’m the (Gmaj7)man, I’m the man.

The Man by Aloe Blacc — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Man” by Aloe Blacc 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 168 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 "The Man" 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 "The Man"?
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.
How many chords does "The Man" use?
Just 23 chords: A, A6, Bm, Bm7, Bpow, Bsus4, C, C#dim, +15 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Aloe Blacc songs work for kids?
Try "I Need A Dollar". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.