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Intermediate violin sheet music for "Give Me What I Want" by Keith Sweat, in A minor at about 115 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Violin Sheet Music for "Give Me What I Want" by Keith Sweat

Preview of the intermediate violin sheet music arrangement for “Give Me What I Want” by Keith Sweat.

Give Me What I Want by Keith Sweat
Violin Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The violin part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

GenreR&B · Soul · Contemporary R&B
MoodRomantic · Sensual · Intimate
SignatureSensual R&B ballad with smooth male vocals and lush harmonies
A minor
Key
115
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

N
Fmaj7
Em7
Am7
A7
Dm
Am
Dm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusPost-ChorusBridgeInstrumentalOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
male lead voice, smooth and soulful, delivering the melody with expressive phrasing
electric piano
warm, rounded chords providing the harmonic bed
bass guitar
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
drums
steady, laid‑back drum pattern with soft kick and snare
synth pads
soft, atmospheric pads filling the background
electric guitar
subtle, clean guitar fills adding texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

Keep It Comin' (1991)

All of Keep It Comin'
Artist

Keith Sweat

Keith Sweat is a singer and songwriter from Harlem, New York, who became one of the central figures in the new jack swing and quiet storm R&B movements of the late 1980s and 1990s. His music is built around slow jams and romantic ballads, with a vocal style that leans heavily on pleading, emotive delivery. Over a career stretching more than three decades, he has placed multiple singles at the top of the R&B charts and maintained a steady presence in the genre.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Give Me What I Want" in?

"Give Me What I Want" by Keith Sweat is in A minor.

What is the tempo of "Give Me What I Want"?

"Give Me What I Want" plays at around 115 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Give Me What I Want"?

The core progression is N, Fmaj7, Em7, Am7, A7, and Dm, built around the A minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Give Me What I Want"?

The recording features electric piano, bass guitar, drums, synth pads, electric guitar, and vocals.

Can I get "Give Me What I Want" violin sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate violin sheet music arrangement of "Give Me What I Want" by Keith Sweat, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Give Me What I Want" violin sheet music easy to play?

"Give Me What I Want" violin sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 115 BPM in A minor with 18 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Give Me What I Want" violin sheet music?

Yes. The beginner violin sheet music for "Give Me What I Want" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "Give Me What I Want" on?

"Give Me What I Want" appears on Keep It Comin' (1991).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

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Yes. The score is generated from whatever recording you pick, so a live take, a remix, or a cover each match that exact performance.

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How accurate is the transcription?

It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.

Is this transcription licensed?

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