Words and Music by TERIUS NASH, BEYONCÉ KNOWLES, SHAWN CARTER, JENS ISAKEN, FRED McFARLANE, CHRISTOPHER STEWART, ALLEN GEORGE, ADAM PIGOTT, FREDDIE ROSS and GORDON BROWN
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"Break My Soul" by Beyoncé, released on June 20, 2022 as the lead single from her seventh studio album, Renaissance (2022).
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About the Composer: Terius Nash
Terius Nash, known professionally as The-Dream, is a prolific songwriter and producer who has shaped contemporary pop and R&B across two decades. His collaborations span artists from Beyoncé to Rihanna to The Weeknd, and his fingerprints appear on some of the most streamed records in modern music history.
As a composer and architect of hit records, Nash brings sophisticated harmonic sensibilities and layered production concepts to the songwriting table. His work on Renaissance demonstrates his continued relevance in defining the sonic landscape of current popular music.
Why we love this
This track captures a moment of cultural momentum and gives singers immediate access to production-forward contemporary pop that still rewards genuine vocal expression. The arrangement balances accessibility with enough harmonic interest to keep pianists engaged, making it valuable for recitals, cabaret programs, or showcases where current repertoire matters.
What to expect
The piece radiates liberation and forward momentum, grounded in a hypnotic piano groove that feels both meditative and propulsive. Lyrically and musically, it captures a moment of stepping away and reclaiming joy, and that emotional clarity comes through in every phrase.
Who it's for
Singers preparing contemporary pop material for recitals, auditions, or performance opportunities will find this arrangement accessible and immediately recognizable. Pianists accompanying vocalists can build fluency with current popular music while developing comfort with looped, groove-based accompaniment patterns.
How to get the most out of it
Honor the rhythmic precision of the original while allowing the vocal line room to breathe; lock the piano groove without rushing into downbeats.
Lean into the production aesthetic by maintaining clean articulation in the left hand and letting sustained chords resonate fully rather than dampening early.
Let the vocal melody float above the accompaniment; this is a song about freedom and release, so resist over-driving the tempo.
Explore the dynamic range available in the original: the quiet intensity of early sections and the building energy of later moments tell the story.
How to use it
Include this in a set of contemporary pop repertoire within a vocal recital to signal artistic range and connection to current music. It works equally well as a solo feature in a cabaret-style program or as a supplementary piece for singers developing comfort with the pop and R&B idiom.
Skills your students will build
Navigating groove-based accompaniment patterns and maintaining rhythmic precision over extended repetition
Balancing contemporary vocal phrasing with melodic clarity
Interpreting production-aware arrangements that depend on texture and restraint rather than traditional dynamic arcs
Collaborating between vocalist and accompanist to honor the original recording's sonic aesthetic
