Das Boot
View chords used in this chart
Intro: Dm F Am C
verse 1
Dm F
When I go to war
Am C
I'll leave my guns at home
Dm F
When I go to war
Am C
I'll sharpen my rubber sword
[Refrão]
Dm F
And I'm not gonna come back home
Am C
I'm not gonna come back home
Dm F
I'm not gonna come back home
Am C
I'm not gonna come back home
verse 2
Dm F
When I go to war
Am C
I'll wear my favorite shirt
Dm F
When I go to war
Am C
No one's gonna hurt
[Refrão]
Dm F
And I'm not gonna come back home
Am C
I'm not gonna come back home
Dm F
I'm not gonna come back home
Am C
I'm not gonna come back home
Bridge: F Dm F Dm
F Dm
And you can't strike me down
F Dm
You can't strike me down
C Dm
If you want to die or anyone (?)
C Gm A# Dm
I'm not anyone 'cause I know I'm right (?)
Instrumental
Dm F Am C
verse 3
Dm F
When I go to war
Am C
I'll leave my guns at home
Dm F
When I go to war
Am C
I'll sharpen my rubber sword
[Refrão]
Dm F
And I'm not gonna come back home
Am C
I'm not gonna come back home
Dm F
I'm not gonna come back home
Am C
I'm not gonna come back home
How to play Das Boot
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 Dm. 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.