Drop the pilot - Joan Armatrading

Drop the pilot

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INTRO C# F# C# F# C# F# C# F#
C# F# C# F#
I'm right on target My aim is straight
C# F# C# F#
So you're in love I say what of it
F# G# F# G#
Things can change There's always changes
F# G# F# G#
And I wanna try Some rearranging
 
C#
I say
F#
Drop the pilot Try my balloon
C# F#
Drop the monkey Smell my perfume
C# F#
Drop the mahout I'm the easy rider
C# F#
Don't use your army To fight a losing battle
C# F#
Animal mineral physical spiritual
C# F#
I'm the one you need I'm the one you need
 
C# F# C# F#
You're kissing cousins There's no smoke No flame
C# F# C# F#
If you lose that pilot I'll come fly your plane
F# G# F# G#
If you want solid ground Come on and try me
F# G# F#
Or I can take you so high That you're never gonna wanna
G#
Come down
 
Chorus
 
Animal mineral physical spiritual
I'm the one you need I'm the one you need
I said
Animal mineral physical spiritual
I'm the one you need I'm the one you need I'm the one you need
 
Chorus X2
 
Animal mineral physical spiritual
I'm the one you need I'm the one you need
 
Chorus
 
Animal mineral physical spiritual
I'm the one you need I'm the one you need I'm the one you need

How to play Drop the pilot

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 C#. 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.

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