Peg

by Steely Dan
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Lyrics

I’ve seen your (Fmaj7)pic ture,

(C)your name in lights a (Fmaj7)bove it.

This is your (Bbmaj7)big de (F)but.

It’s like a (Fmaj7)dream come (C)true.

So won’t you (G)smile for the cam ’ra?

(F)I know they’re gon na (Fmaj7)love it.

(Fmaj7)Peg.

I like your (Fmaj7)pin shot.

(C)I keep it with your (Fmaj7)let ter.

Done up in (Bbmaj7)blue print (F)blue.

It sure looks (Fmaj7)good on (C)you.

And when you (G)smile for the cam ’ra,

(F)I know I’ll love you (Fmaj7)love it.

(Fmaj7)Peg.

I like your (Fmaj7)bet ter.

(Fmaj7)Peg,

it will come (Dm7)back to (A7sus)you.

(Fmaj7)Peg,

it will come (Dm7)back to (A7sus)you.

(D)Then

the shut ter (C6)falls.

You see it (Em7)all in (A)3 D.

It’s (Dm7)your fa v’rite for eign (Fmaj7)mov ie.

It’s (Dm7)your fa v’rite for eign (Fmaj7)mov ie.

Peg — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "Peg" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of C, 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 “Peg”

Can I play "Peg" without reading sheet music?
Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Peg" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "Peg" by Steely Dan played in?
Peg is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Peg"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Peg" 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 "Peg"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Peg"?
"Peg" 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.
Can a complete beginner play "Peg"?
Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Peg" is perfect for first-time players.
Do I need to read music to play "Peg"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Peg" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.