Evil Ways
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Dm G Dm G
You've got to change your evil ways baby
Dm G Dm G
before I stop lovin' you
Dm G Dm G
You've got to change, baby
Dm G Dm G
and every word that I say is true
Dm G Dm G
You got me runnin' and hidin' all over town
Dm G Dm G A
You got me sneakin' and peepin' and runnin' you down this can't go on
Dm G Dm G Dm G Dm G
Lord knows you got to change, baby, baby
Dm G Dm G
When I come home, baby,
Dm G Dm G
my house is dark and my pots are cold.
Dm G Dm G
You're hangin' round, baby,
Dm G Dm G
with Jean and Joan and a who knows who.
Dm G Dm G
I'm gettin' tired of waitin' and foolin' around,
Dm G Dm G A
I'll find somebody who won't make me feel like a clown, this can't go on
Dm G Dm G
Lord knows you got to change,
Dm G Dm G Dm G Dm G Dm G Dm
Baby, baby, baby, baby
How to play Evil Ways
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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.