Steppin' Out

by Joe Jackson
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Lyrics

(F)Now,

the (Db)mist a cross the win dow hides the lines;

but (Db)noth ing hides the col our of the lights

that (Db)shine.

E lec tric i (Cm7)ty

so (Db)fine;

look and dry your eyes.

(F)We,

so (Db)tired of all the dark ness in our lives,

with (Db)no more an gry words to say, can come

a live;

get in to a (Cm7)car

and (Db)drive

to the oth er side.

babe,

step pin’ (Ebmaj7)out,

(Ab)in (Bb)to (Eb)the (Bb)night,

(Db)in (Eb)to (Ab)the (Eb)light.

(Fmaj9)You, babe,

step pin’ (Ebmaj7)out,

(Ab)in (Bb)to (Eb)the (Bb)night,

(Db)in (Eb)to (Ab)the (Eb)light.

(F)We

are (Db)young, but get ting old be fore our time.

We’ll (Db)leave the T V and the ra di o

be (Db)hind.

Don’t you won der (Cm7)what

we’ll (Db)find,

step pin’ out to night?

(F)You

can (Db)dress in pink and blue just like a child,

and (Db)in a yel low tax i, turn to me

and smile.

We’ll be there in (Cm7)just

a (Db)while,

if you fol low me.

babe,

step pin’ (Ebmaj7)out,

(Ab)in (Bb)to (Eb)the (Bb)night,

(Db)in (Eb)to (Ab)the (Eb)light.

(Fmaj9)You, babe,

step pin’ (Ebmaj7)out,

(Ab)in (Bb)to (Eb)the (Bb)night,

(Db)in (Eb)to (Ab)the (Eb)light.

(Eb)light.

(Fmaj9)Me, babe,

step pin’ (Ebmaj7)out,

(Ab)in (Bb)to (Eb)the (Bb)night,

(Db)in (Eb)to (Ab)the (Eb)light.

(Fmaj9)You, babe,

step pin’ (Ebmaj7)out,

(Ab)in (Bb)to (Eb)the (Bb)night,

(Db)in (Eb)to (Ab)the (Eb)light.

(Fmaj9)Me, babe,

step pin’ (Ebmaj7)out,

(Ab)in (Bb)to (Eb)the (Bb)night,

(Db)in (Eb)to (Ab)the (Eb)light.

(Fmaj9)You, babe,

step pin’ (Ebmaj7)out,

(Ab)in (Bb)to (Eb)the (Bb)night,

(Db)in (Eb)to (Ab)the (Eb)light.

(Eb)light.

Steppin' Out — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Steppin' Out" by Joe Jackson in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of Bb, 140 BPM.

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

About “Steppin' Out

Can I learn "Steppin' Out" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Steppin' Out" with hands-separate practice in Bb at 140 BPM.
What key is "Steppin' Out" by Joe Jackson played in?
Steppin' Out is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Steppin' Out"?
The arrangement plays at 140 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Steppin' Out" 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 "Steppin' Out"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Steppin' Out"?
"Steppin' Out" was originally performed by Joe Jackson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Steppin' Out"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: Ab, Bb, Cm7, Db, Dm7, Eb, Ebmaj7, F, +1 more.
What other songs by Joe Jackson can I play here?
Try "Steppin' Out", "Steppin' Out". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Steppin' Out"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Steppin' Out" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Steppin' Out"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Steppin' Out" is in the key of Bb at 140 BPM.

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