Soul Power

by James Brown
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Lyrics

Know we need it.

(Soul power.) We got to have it.

(Soul power.) Know we want it.

(Soul power.) Got to have it.

(Soul power.) Give it to me.

(Soul power.) Hey!

We need it.

(Soul power.) We want it.

(Soul power.) Got to have it.

(Soul power.) I wan na get

un der your skin.

If I get there, I got to win.

You need some soul.

Come on, get some

and then you’ll know

where I’m com in’ from.

Huh, I may lay in the cut and go a long, but I’m still on the case,

and my rap is strong, uh.

Hey!

Don’t jump on my train when I’m out of sight.

Just check your self, and say, yeah, you’re right.

Huh.

Hey!

Hit me!

Uh.

Give it,

put it there,

huh.

Love me ten der,

and love me slow.

That don’t get it, come back for more.

Ah,

ah,

Love me ten der, ah, love me slow.

That don’t get it, come back for more.

Hey!

Uh, look a here.

You got ta get

in the brack et.

You know I like it.

Huh, al right.

Look a here, al right uh.

Don’t fall on the ground, you got to get down, down, down, down, down,

heh.

Uh.

Don’t fall on the ground,

you got to get down, down, down, down, down,

huh,

huh.

Good god.

I got to ask you

what we need.

(Soul power.) what we want uh.

(Soul power.) Got to have, (Soul power.) what we want.

(Soul power.)

What we’re miss (Soul in’, power.)

what we’re miss (Soul in’, power.)

what we want, (Soul power.) what we need.

(Soul power.) Huh.

Uh.

Hey, hit me!

Help me, we got ta, we got ta,

get in the brack et.

Know I like it.

Hey!

Hey!

Soul Power — Simple Sheet Music

"Soul Power" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of G, 105 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

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About “Soul Power”

What key is "Soul Power" by James Brown played in?
Soul Power is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Soul Power"?
The arrangement plays at 105 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Soul Power" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Soul Power"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Soul Power"?
"Soul Power" was originally performed by James Brown. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Soul Power"?
This arrangement uses 3 chords: C9, Dm7, G9. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
What other songs by James Brown can I play here?
Try "THE PAYBACK", "SAY IT LOUD", "PRISONER OF LOVE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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