Ants On A Log
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CHORUS
D
Ants on a log
A7
Floatin' down a river
D
Runnin' around, but not getting' anywhere
D
Our steerin' wheel
A7
Just ain't connected
G D
And we can't jump off like fleas on a dog
G D
Can't fly away like flies on a hog
G A7 D
We're really just along for the ride like ants on a log
VERSE 1
D A7
Now I got an Uncle he plays a game he can't win it
D
He's got a mold tries to fit everybody else in it
G
When's he gonna learn he's bangin' his head on the wall
E7
A7
He ain't gonna change and he looks at me strange when I tell him that I
think we're all just.
TO CHORUS
VERSE 2
D
A7
We all know people who yell at the cars in the traffic
D
Folks in a hurry, lives full of heartache and havoc
D
G
I finally learned how to lay back and let a lot happen
E7 A7
I just imagine angels up in Heaven lookin down at us and laughin' at.
TO CHORUS
BRIDGE
G
D
Oh and just about the time you think you're rolling in clover
E7 A7
Along comes a rabbit, and the world tips over
TO CHORUS
AND END
How to play Ants On A Log
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.