Cutdown
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F C Am G (x2)
F C
let's cut down the day
Am G
in this green rusty van
F C
like a red cadillac
Am G
top down, shoulders tan
F C
I bought my first watch
Am G
but it feels all wrong
F C
let's wait out the day
Am C
bring the heat along
F C YEAH! Am G (x2)
F C
and when the timing's right
Am
hold up wait (wait) wait (wait) wait (wait) wait (wait)
we'll
F C
pull to the side
Am G
arms up, count it down just like
(Don't play) Am G
five, four, three, two, one
F C
the checkered flag
Am G
means we've just begun
F C Am G
let's cut it down YEAH!
F C Am G (x2)
F C
and we cut down
Am G
the day in my old van
F C
count down from
Am G
five, four, three, two, one
F C Am G (x2)
How to play Cutdown
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.