Car Wont Start
View chords used in this chart
Am C G F C G x2
Am C G
When I heard you two had ended
F C G
My plan was to stick up my hand real quick
Am C G
Let you know I was next in the line
F C G
But that ain't a nice way to say it
Am C G
Your hair got cut weird, my face growing old
F C G
Your trip it was miserable the weather was cold
Am C G
You came home with a lot of time alone
F C Am G
And no where to spend it
F C G
Up at the wedding though she played her part
F C G
But now it's the winter and the car won't start
Am C G
You know
F C G
You know
Am C G
My girl belongs in the heart of the world
F C G
'Cause nobody stood where she stands
Am C G
Put those bags back in the car
F C Am G
We're taking that trip to long island again
F C G
Up at the wedding though she played her part
F C G
But now it's the winter and the car won't start
Am C G
You know
F C G
You know
Am C G Am F G
Am
Well if you want to change your plans
C G
Well then change your fucking plans
F C G
If you want to say thanks, say thanks
Am C G
I know its hard sleeping on the floor
F C G
And keeping your money from the banks
Am C G
And if that thing meant nothing to you
F C G
Well then what was that thing that one night?
Am C G
That ain't a question, though it rises in inflection
F C Am G
It’s just a nice way to say it
F C G
Up at the wedding though she played her part
F C G
But now it's the winter and the car won't start
Am
You know
How to play Car Wont Start
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Am. 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.