Learn "RIKKI DON'T LOSE THAT NUMBER" by Steely Dan on Piano

Master "RIKKI DON'T LOSE THAT NUMBER" by Steely Dan with our interactive piano player. This medium-level Rock arrangement is in the key of E at 130 BPM, making it a great challenge for intermediate piano players.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement at 130 BPM.

Lyrics

We hear you’re (A)leav ing, town, he’s that’s O. (E)K. I thought our lit tle (A)wild time on had just be (E)gun. I guess you kind of (A)scared your self, games you turn and run. But if you have a (A)change of heart, (E7)Rik ki, don’t lose that num ber; you don’t wan na (G)call no bod y else. Send it off in a (G)let ter to your self. (Cmaj7)Rik ki, don’t lose that num ber; it’s the (Em)on ly one you own. You might (Cmaj7)use it if you feel (D)bet (A)ter when you get home. I have a (A)friend in town, he’s heard your (E)name. I We can go out (A)driv ing on had Slow Hand (E)Row. I We could stay in (A)side and play games you I don’t know. And you could have a (A)change of heart. (E7)Rik ki, don’t lose that num ber; you don’t wan na (G)call no bod y else. Send it off in a (G)let ter to your self. (Cmaj7)Rik ki, don’t lose that num ber; it’s the (Em)on ly one you own. You might (Cmaj7)use it if you feel (D)bet (A)ter when you get home. You tell your self you’re (G#m7)not my kind, but you don’t e ven (C#m7)know your mind. And you could have a (A)change of heart. (E7)Rik ki, don’t lose that num (Rik ber, don’t lose that num (E9)Rik ki, don’t lose that num ber.

Song Details

Category
Rock
Key
E
Tempo
130 BPM
Difficulty
medium

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How to Play "Rikki Don't Lose That Number" on Piano

  1. 1
    Pick a practice mode — Choose from Fall Down, Beginner, Lead Sheet, Bar Sheet, or Simple Sheet — each mode visualizes the music differently to match your learning style.
  2. 2
    Practice each hand separately — Use the Left, Right, and Both buttons to isolate the bass or treble part and build muscle memory one hand at a time.
  3. 3
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  4. 4
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  5. 5
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