Aja by Steely Dan is played in the key of G at a advanced difficulty level, originally released in the 1970s. It uses 2 chords — Gm D — arranged in the i-V progression.

About the i-V progression

The i-V is a two-chord minor vamp — the harmonic equivalent of walking in place. It's used to build atmosphere and give a soloist room to stretch. Common in Latin, jazz, and moody folk.

Playing in the key of G

G major is one of the easiest keys on guitar. Its primary chords — G, C, and D — are all open first-position shapes, and the relative minor (Em) is one of the simplest grips on the instrument. A great key to spend time in as a beginner.

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Learn to play Aja by Steely Dan on guitar. It sits in the key of G and uses the i-V progression with the chords Gm D.