Elephant Gun
View chords used in this chart
Tuning: G# C# F A#
Intro: Am9+ D7 G G4
Am9+ D7 G G4
If I was young, I'd flee this town
C Am9+
I'd bury my dreams under - ground
D7 G G4 C
As did I, we drink to die, we drink ton - ight
Am9+ D7 G G4
Far from home, elephant gun
C Am9+
Let's take them down one by one
D7 G G4 C
We'll lay it down, it's not been found, it's not ar - ound
Am9+ D7 G G4 C Am9+
Let the seasons begin - it rolls right on
D7 G G4 C Am9+
Let the seasons begin - take the big king down
Am9+ D7 G G4 C Am9+
Let the seasons begin - it rolls right on
D7 G G4 C Am9+
Let the seasons begin - take the big king down
Bridge and end: Am9+ D7 G G4 C
How to play Elephant Gun
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 G#. 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.