Black Dog
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[Intro ]
C C Am C
C C
[Verso 1]
C
I won't let this,
C
This poison oak,
Am7
Wrap itself a-
C
Around my love
Dm
The black dog calls you,
C
For a walk
Dm
The black dog calls you,
G
The black dog calls you
C C
[Verso 2]
C
I won't let these,
C
These yellow walls,
Am
Of patterned paper
C
Defeat your soul
Dm
But I know I can't
C
Change a thing,
Dm
When black dog calls you,
G
The black dog calls you!
Root notes:
G A C
{Instrumental}
F/A F F/A F
Root notes: G A C
C C Am G
C/E
[Verso 3]
C
I won't let you
C
Fight your war,
Am
When ambrosia
C
Laps on your shore
Dm
But I know I can't
C
Intervene,
Dm
When I can't find you,
C
The black dog calls you!
Outro
Root notes: G A C
C C Am C
F C Dm G
Root Notes: G A
C/G
How to play Black Dog
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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.