Checkout Blues
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F# C#
I've got something
E B
Maybe i should tell you
F# C#
I may check out At
E B
any given time
F# C#
Things won't get better
E B
Until they get much worse
F# C#
Is the curse stronger than me
E B
am i stronger than the curse
D A/C# Bm A
D A/C#
Everyone is scared of me
Bm A
And i'm scared of me too
G D/F# Asus4 A
Never know just what i'm gonna do
F# C#
Heads up, kittens
E B
Everything is bad
F# C#
The sky is dark now
E B
But it's the best dark i ever had
D A/C#
Hang on to a little thing
E B
And let it guide the way
G D/F# Asus4 A
Bring it with you to Another day
F# C# E B x2
D A/C# Bm A
G D/F# Asus4 A
F# C#
I've got something
E B
Maybe i should tell you
F# C#
I'm hanging on here
E B
And i'm really gonna try
D A/C#
Things won't get better
Bm A
Until they get much worse
G D/F# Asus4 A
Am i stronger than the curse
F# C# E B
How to play Checkout Blues
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 F#. 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.