Aja

by Steely Dan
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Lyrics

(D6)Up on the hill,

(D)peo ple nev er (Am7)stare.

They (Dmaj7)just (Gmaj7)don’t (Am7)care.

Chi

nese mu sic un der (Bb)ban (C)yan (Bb)tree

here at the dude ranch

a bove the (B9)sea.

(Dm7)A ja,

(Gm9)when all my (F)dime (Eb)danc in’ (F)is (Eb)through,

I (Abmaj7)run (Bb)to (E)you.

(D6)Up on the hill,

(D)they’ve got time to (Am7)burn.

There’s (Dmaj7)no (Gmaj7)re (Am7)turn.

Dou

ble he lix in the (Bb)sky (C)to (Bb)night.

Throw out the hard ware;

let’s do it (B9)right.

(Dm7)A ja,

(Gm9)when all my (F)dime (Eb)danc in’ (F)is (Eb)through,

I (Abmaj7)run (Bb)to (E)you.

Aja — Simple Sheet Music

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"Aja" 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 D, 120 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

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About “Aja”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Aja"?
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 "Aja" by Steely Dan played in?
Aja is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Aja"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Aja" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Aja"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Aja"?
"Aja" was originally performed by Steely Dan. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Steely Dan can I play here?
Try "RIKKI DON'T LOSE THAT NUMBER", "DEACON BLUES", "KID CHARLEMAGNE". 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 "Aja". Key of D, 120 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.