Work To Do

by The Isley Brothers

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Lyrics

I’m (D7sus)tak ing care of (D7)busi ness, wom an, can’t you see?

I’ve got ta make it for (D7)you and I’ve got ta make it for (C7)me.

Oh, (D7sus)some times it seems, girl, I’m ne glect ing you.

Whoa, I’d love to spend more (D7)time; I’ve got so man y things to (C7)do.

Whoa, (Bbmaj7)I,

(Gm7)I, I got work to do.

(D7)I got work, ba by.

I got a job, ba by.

I got work to do.

Said I got work to do.

Whoa, I’m out here try ing to (D7)make it, wom an, can’t you see?

Whoa, it takes a (D7sus)lot of mon ey to (D7)make it; let’s talk (C7sus)truth ful ly.

Keep your love lights burn ing and a lit tle (C7sus)food hot in my (C7)plate.

You might as well get (D7)used to me com ing home a lit (C7)tle late.

Whoa.

(Bbmaj7)I,

(Gm7)I, I got work to do.

(D7)I got a job, ba by.

I got work to do.

I got work to do.

I got work to do.

I’m (D7sus)tak ing care of (D7)busi ness, wom an, can’t you see?

I got ta make it for you,

got ta make it for me.

Don’t wan na make you feel

I’m ne glect ing you.

Love to spend more time,

(D7)whoa, but I’ve got so man y things to (C7)do.

Whoa.

(Bbmaj7)I,

(Gm7)I, I got work to do.

(D7)I got work, ba by.

I got a job, ba by.

I got work to do.

Ev ’ry bod y’s got work to do.

Work To Do by The Isley Brothers — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Work To Do” by The Isley Brothers 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 Bb at 100 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 "Work To Do" 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 "Work To Do"?
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.