Big Black Train
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[INTRO ]
N.C. G
Well, I had the blues
N.C. G
But now they're gone
N.C. C
I'm on a big black freight train
N.C. G
And we're movin' on
Chorus
G
I'm on a big black train and I'm movin' on
C G
I'm on a big black train and I'll soon be gone
D7 G
Well, this big black train, it keeps movin' on
verse 1
G
Well, if you want me, baby, better get on the track
C G
Got a one-way ticket and I won't be back
D7
Well, this big black freight train
G
It's movin' down the railroad track
verse 2
G
Well, you cheated on me, baby, and you told me lies
C G
You said that you was gonna laugh every time I cried
D7
Well, this big black train
G
We're tellin' you goodbye
Chorus
G
I'm on a big black train and I'm movin' on
C G
I'm on a big black train and I'll soon be gone
D7 G
Well, this big black train, it keeps movin' on
How to play Big Black Train
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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.