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Well I’m (C)on the Down (G)east er A lex a,
and I’m (C)cruis ing through (G)Block Is land Sound.
I have chart ered a course to the Vine yard.
But to night I am (G)Nan tuck et bound.
We took on (G)die sel back in Mon tauk yes ter day,
and left this morn ing there, but bell where, in Gar on di ner’s Bay.
Like all the lo cals here are I’ve what to sell my home,
too proud got to no is back worked on my land (Am)fin gers to the bone, so I could own my Down (G)east er A lex a,
and I (C)go where the (G)o cean is deep.
There are gi ants out there in the can yons.
And a good cap tain (G)can’t fall a sleep.
I I got (G)bills to pay and chil dren who need clothes.
I know there’s fish out as a bell bay God Gar an di ly knows.
They say these lo ters for a n’t man they used to be.
But proud ain’t to no is land worked for my is gers to the bone, so I could own who count on me.
So when you see my Down (G)east er A lex a,
and if you (C)work with the rod and the reel,
tell my wife I am (C)troll ing At lan tis,
and I (C)still have my (G)hands on the wheel.
Now I (G)Ya
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The Downeaster "Alexa" — Simple Sheet Music
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"The Downeaster "Alexa"" 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 A, 80 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 “The Downeaster "Alexa"”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Downeaster "Alexa""?
- 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 "The Downeaster "Alexa"" by Billy Joel played in?
- The Downeaster "Alexa" 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 "The Downeaster "Alexa""?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Downeaster "Alexa"" 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 "The Downeaster "Alexa""?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Downeaster "Alexa""?
- "The Downeaster "Alexa"" was originally performed by Billy Joel. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "The Downeaster "Alexa""?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: Am, C, Dm, Em, F, G.
- What other songs by Billy Joel can I play here?
- Try "SCENES FROM AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT", "EVERYBODY HAS A DREAM", "CAPTAIN JACK". 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 "The Downeaster "Alexa"". Key of A, 80 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.