Pretzel Logic

by Steely Dan
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Lyrics

I would (Am7)love to tour the South land on, in a trav ’ling min strel (Am7)show;

yes, I’d (Dm7)love to tour the South land on, in a trav ’ling min strel (Am7)show.

Yes, I’m (D)dy’n’ to be a (E)star and (D)make them laugh, they (D)sound just like a (E)rec ord on the (C)pho no (D)graph.

Those (D)days are gone (E)for ev er, (C)o ver a (D)long time a (C)go,

oh, yeah.

I have (Am7)nev er met Na po le on,

but I plan to find the (Am7)time;

I have (Dm7)nev er met Na po le on,

but I plan to find the (Am7)time.

’Cause he (D)looks to so a (E)fine up (D)on that hill; they (D)tell me he was (E)lone ly, on he’s (C)lone ly (D)still.

Those (D)days are gone (E)for ev er, (C)o ver a (D)long time a (C)go,

oh, yeah.

I have

I (Am7)stepped (CN.C.)up on the plat form, a (Fmaj7)man gave me the news.

He (Am7)said, (CN.C.)“You must be jok ing, son; where (Am7)did you get those shoes?

Where did you get those (Am7)shoes?”

Well, I (D)seen him on (E)the T V, the (C)mov ie (D)show; they (D)say the times (E)are chang in’ but I (C)just don’t (D)know.

These (D)things are gone (E)for ev er, (C)o ver a (D)long time a (C)go,

oh, yeah.

Pretzel Logic — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Pretzel Logic" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of A, 100 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Pretzel Logic”

Where are the chord symbols for "Pretzel Logic" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Pretzel Logic" is in A.
What key is "Pretzel Logic" by Steely Dan played in?
Pretzel Logic is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Pretzel Logic"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Pretzel Logic" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Pretzel Logic"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Pretzel Logic"?
"Pretzel Logic" was originally performed by Steely Dan. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Pretzel Logic"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Am7, C, D, Dm7, E, Fmaj7, G.
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.
Does "Pretzel Logic" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Pretzel Logic" is in the key of A at 100 BPM.
What chords are in "Pretzel Logic"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of A, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.