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Tell Mama
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $4.99
- Contains partial lyrics
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Tell Mama |
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Audition Cut - Short Piano/Vocal/Guitar Singer Pro |
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Transposed Key: |
C Minor |
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Original Published Key: |
D Minor |
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MN0177393_D2 |
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Price:
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$5.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $4.99
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2 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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You thought you had to find a good girl, one to love you and give you the world. |
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1966 |
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Publisher: |
EMI Music Publishing |
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MN0177393_D2 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
You thought you had to find a good girl, one to love you and give you the world. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The audition cut - short edition of “Tell Mama” is in C minor. The originally published key is D minor. You can also purchase it in 6 other keys, each sold separately.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
Your purchase comes with 1 authorized print and an interactive copy you can access for life through the free Musicnotes apps. If you need a PDF, you can add one to your order at checkout.
Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?
You can preview the audition cut - short score for “Tell Mama” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.
What does this audition cut - short arrangement include?
The audition cut - short arrangement of “Tell Mama” is written for voice, piano and guitar, allowing one singer and one accompanist to perform it as written. The catalog lists partial lyrics for this edition, so expect some verses to be omitted.
Is “Tell Mama” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Tell Mama” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Tell Mama” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 4/4. Each measure contains four quarter-note beats.
About This Arrangement
This digital sheet music edition of “Tell Mama” by Etta James is an audition cut - short arrangement available for instant download and printing. The song was composed by Wilbur Terrell, Marcus Daniel and Clarence Carter. This edition is 2 pages long. It's written in C minor.
It's available in 6 additional keys for transposition. The tempo marking is saucy rock and roll, around 126 BPM. The arrangement is scored for Voice, Piano and Guitar. This edition contains partial lyrics.
Stylistically, it's Blues. This song is available in 6 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels.
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