Back To Hackney
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C G C G
6AM's early but I've been sleeping my days short,
C G
So I got the northbound train to Junction.
C G
I rode my skateboard and collected rocks on the way
C G C G
I woke you up for the first time ever,
C G
Made you coffee, you couldn't believe your eyes
C G
Get out of bed, you know I'm not here to f-ck around
C C
I rode the bowls while you sat on the verge and read
G C Em D G C Em D
If I ever see you ride your bike away from me
G C Em D G C G
I swear I'll chase you all the way back to Hackney
G C Em D x4
G Em
I'm learning to appreciate the small things, not always action impulse
G Em C D
But to think while you're rolling your next cigarette
G Em
I'm taking in the pleasure from the freshly cut grass
G Em C D
Because you know I just act like I know what I'm doing here.
C D
Like I know what I'm doing here.
C D
Yeah I don't know what I'm doing here.
G C Em D G C Em D
If I ever see you ride your bike away from me
G C Em D G C G
I swear I'll chase you all the way back to Hackney
Essentially the rest of the song is this. Enjoy! Surprised this wasn't already up.
How to play Back To Hackney
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 C. 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.