Pusher Man

by Curtis Mayfield
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Lyrics

I’m your ma ma, I’m (F6)your dad dy, I’m that nig ger in the al ley.

I’m your doc tor when (Cm)in need, want some coke, have some weed.

You know me, I’m (F6)your friend, your main boy, es thick and thin.

I’m your push er (Cm)man.

I’m your push er man.

Ain’t I clean?

ma, Bad (F6)ma chine, dy, su per cool, ey su per mean.

ley.

Feel in’ good tor for (Cm)the man, su per fly, here I stand.

Se cret stash, heav (F6)y bread, bad dest bitch es in the bed.

I’m your push er (Cm)man.

I’m your push er man.

I’m your push er man.

So lid life

of crime.

gen er ous fee,

Make your world A man it of odd cir cum stance, Got a wom an a vic tim of ghet to de mands.

Wan na give Feed some me mon ey for style,

and I’ll let you trip for a while.

Just a hust In se cure from the past.

I know I How long it, can a good thing don’t last?

Ooh, ooh, lord.

Got to be mel low, y’all.

Got ta get mel low, now.

Push er man get tin’ mel low, y’all.

I’m your ma ma, I’m (F6)your dad dy, I’m that nig ger in the al ley.

I’m your doc tor when (Cm)in need, want some coke, have some weed.

You know me, I’m (F6)your friend, your main boy, thick and thin.

I’m your push er (Cm)man.

I’m your (F)push er man.

Pusher Man — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Pusher Man" by Curtis Mayfield in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of Bb, 127 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Pusher Man

Can I learn "Pusher Man" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Pusher Man" with hands-separate practice in Bb at 127 BPM.
What key is "Pusher Man" by Curtis Mayfield played in?
Pusher Man is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Pusher Man"?
The arrangement plays at 127 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Pusher Man" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Pusher Man"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Pusher Man"?
"Pusher Man" was originally performed by Curtis Mayfield. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Pusher Man"?
This arrangement uses 4 chords: Bbm7, Cm, F6, F7. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
What other songs by Curtis Mayfield can I play here?
Try "SOMETHING HE CAN FEEL", "MOVE ON UP", "THE MAKINGS OF YOU". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Pusher Man"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Pusher Man" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Pusher Man"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Pusher Man" is in the key of Bb at 127 BPM.

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