Everything Is Broken
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E7
Broken lines, broken strings, broken threads, broken springs
A7 E7
Broken idols, broken heads, people sleeping in broken beds
B7 A7
Ain't no use jivin', ain't no use jokin'
E7
Everything is broken
E7
Broken bottles, broken plates, broken switches, broken gates
A7 E7
Broken dishes, broken parts, streets are filled with broken hearts
B7 A7
Broken words never meant to be spoken
E7
Everything is broken
E7
Seems like every time you stop and turn around
A7
Something else has just hit the ground
E7
Broken cutters, broken saws, broken buckles, broken laws
A7 E7
Broken bodies, broken bones, broken voices on broken phones
B7 A7
Take a deep breath, feel like you're chokin'
E7
Everything is broken
E7
Every time you leave and go off some place
A7
Things fall to pieces in my face
E7
Broken hands on broken plows, broken treaties, broken vows
A7 E7
Broken pipes, broken tools, people bending broken rules
B7 A7
Hound dog howlin', bullfrog croakin'
E7
Everything is broken
How to play Everything Is Broken
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 E7. 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.