Just To See Her: Lead Sheet / Fake Book
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Just To See Her: Lead Sheet / Fake Book

As performed by Smokey Robinson

Item: 35-DS00379707
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 2
SKU: 35-DS00379707

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About the Artist: Smokey Robinson

Smokey Robinson shaped the sound of Motown and American popular music as the founder and leader of the Miracles, one of the label's most consistently successful acts. His songwriting across five decades established him as a master of melody and emotional directness, influencing everything from soul to rock to hip-hop.

Why we love this

Robinson's songwriting reveals itself through the lead sheet format. Piano students and vocalists get direct access to the harmonic language that made his catalog endure: sophisticated chord movements that sound effortless but require careful voicing to land. The emotional restraint of the melody against the richness of the changes teaches musicians how much can be expressed without technical excess.

What to expect

The song carries quiet dignity and controlled emotion. Robinson's melodies often sit in an intimate range, inviting listeners close rather than overwhelming them with range or volume.

Who it's for

Vocalists developing their interpretive skills in soul and pop idioms benefit from studying Robinson's harmonic sophistication in lead sheet form. Jazz pianists and keyboardists can explore how traditional song structure and changes work in soul music contexts.

How to get the most out of it

  • Listen to Robinson's original phrasing closely before settling on your interpretation. His timing sits slightly behind the beat in places, and capturing that pocket makes the difference between competent and authentic.
  • Voice the piano chords to support the vocal melody rather than compete with it. This isn't a showcase for left-hand complexity; clarity and space serve the song.
  • Find the rhythmic pocket with the bass player or drummer if performing with accompaniment. Robinson's R&B sensibility depends on locking the groove, not rushing through the changes.

How to use it

Include this in a concert exploring American songwriters' contributions to popular music, pairing it with standards and contemporary pop that show the through-line of craft. Solo vocal recitals benefit from Robinson's repertoire as a counterpoint to classical art song, demonstrating how emotion translates across idioms.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and interpreting lead sheets with jazz chord symbols
  • Voicing seventh chords and extensions on keyboard
  • Phrasing behind the beat in soul and R&B contexts
  • Balancing vocal melody with harmonic accompaniment
  • Understanding how groove and timing shape interpretation

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