Detroit
View chords used in this chart
Intro
Eb5 Bbm Db Ab
Eb Ebm Db Ab Ab
[Verso 1]
Eb Bbm
Readin' and writin' on Route 23
Db Ab
It's hard to believe we've made it this far
Eb Bbm
So come on boys and grab your coats
Db Ab
Detroit's waitin' so get in the car
Break
Eb Bbm Db Ab Eb Eb Db Ab Ab
[Verso 2]
Eb Bbm
Well the wind it blows cold but the girls are on fire
Db Ab
They say they're the prettiest things you have seen
Eb
And I ain't a gambler but I'd bet the farm
Db Ab
That Detroit's a gold mine waiting for me
Instrumental
Eb Eb Db Ab Eb Eb Db Ab Ab Ab
Eb Eb Ebm Ab Eb Eb Eb Eb
[Verso 3]
Ab Eb
The sidewalks are always jammed in this town
Ab Eb
I feel like a dam that's about to cut loose
And the girls they say, will treat you fine
Beg for your silver 'til you can't refuse
Break
Bbm Db Ab Eb Eb Db Ab Ab
[Verso 4]
Eb
And I'd love to go back to the hills where I was born
Ab Ebm
Instead of workin' on cars that I can't afford
Eb
My pockets are empty my patience is torn
Oh look what's become of me
Break
Bbm Db Ab Eb Eb Db Ab Ab
[Verso 5]
Eb Eb
Mama I'm writin' to tell you I'm fine
Db Ab
I'm workin' real hard and I pray every night
Ebm Bbm
So don't you worry I'm happy and free
Db Ab5
Detroit's been like a blessing to me
How to play Detroit
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 Eb5. 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.