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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 — Simple Sheet Music
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"Work To Do" 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 Bb, 100 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Work To Do”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Work To Do"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "Work To Do" by The Isley Brothers played in?
- Work To Do 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 "Work To Do"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Work To Do" 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 "Work To Do"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Work To Do"?
- "Work To Do" was originally performed by The Isley Brothers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Work To Do"?
- This arrangement uses 5 chords: Am7, Bbmaj7, C7, D7, Gm7.
- What other songs by The Isley Brothers can I play here?
- Try "DON'T SAY GOODNIGHT", "SHOUT", "IT'S YOUR THING". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Work To Do". Key of Bb, 100 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.
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