About “What Does It Take”

What key is "What Does It Take" in?

"What Does It Take" by Junior Walker & The All-Stars is in the key of Eb with a tempo of 112 BPM. Difficulty: easy.

Is "What Does It Take" easy to play on piano?

Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.

Can I play "What Does It Take" without reading sheet music?

Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.

What chords are used in "What Does It Take"?

This arrangement of "What Does It Take" uses 7 chords: Bb, Bb6, Bbmaj7, C, Cm6, Cm7, F7.

How long does it take to learn "What Does It Take" on piano?

1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.

What other songs by Junior Walker & The All-Stars can I play here?

Try "SHOT GUN". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.