Other arrangements of Josie
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We’re gon na break out the hats and hoot ers when Jo sie comes home.
We’re gon na rev up the mo tle tor scoot ers when Jo sie comes (G)home to stay.
We’re gon na (C)park in the street,
(Em7)sleep on the beach and make it.
(A7)Throw down the jam till the (Em)girls (D)say (C)“when.” (Em7)Lay down the law and (E)break it when Jo sie comes (Em7)home.
When Jo sie comes (B7)home,
so bad.
She’s the (F#)best friend we (B)nev er had.
She’s the (Am7)raw (D7)flame, the (Cmaj7)live wire, she (F#)prays like a Ro man with her (B)eyes on fire.
Jo, would you love to scrap ple?
She’ll nev er say no.
We’re gon na Shine up the bat tle ap ple.
ers We’ll shake ’em all (G)down to night.
We’re gon na (C)mix in the street,
(Em7)strike at the stroke of mid night.
(A7)Dance on the bones till the (Em)girls (D)say (C)“when.” (Em7)Pick up what’s left by (E)day light when Jo sie comes (Em7)home.
When Jo sie comes (B7)home,
so good.
She’s the (F#)pride of the (B)neigh bor hood.
She’s the (Am7)raw (D7)flame, the (Cmaj7)live wire, she (F#)prays like a Ro man with her (B)eyes on fire.
(B)eyes on fire.
Josie — Simple Sheet Music
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"Josie" 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 E, 124 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 “Josie”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Josie"?
- 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 "Josie" by Steely Dan played in?
- Josie is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Josie"?
- The arrangement plays at 124 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Josie" 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 "Josie"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Josie"?
- "Josie" 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 "Josie". Key of E, 124 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.
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