Folk Up The Punx
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Intro: G C G G C G
G C
Well I'm not punk enough for punk and I'm not folk enough for folks
G D
And sometimes I hide my hurt feelings with dirty jokes
G C
Yeah but when we get together, man I always feel better
G D G
It's the people who sing at shows I like the most
C D G
Yes it's people that sing in crowds I like the most
G C
Man I lie every day, "How you doing?", "I'm okay"
G D D7
So in songs I write the words that I'm too afraid to say
G C
So I hope you'll sing along as I sing this stupid song
G D G
Coz it's people who sing at shows I like the most
C D G
Yes it's people in singing crowds I like the most
G C
Well I'm not punk enough for punk and I'm not folk enough for folks
G D
And sometimes I hide my hurt feelings with dirty jokes
G C C7
Yeah but when we get together, man I always feel better
G D G
It's the people who sing at shows I like the most
C D G
Yes it's people that sing in crowds I like the most
C D G
And I thank you for being my friend
C D G
Yeah I'll thank you for being my friend
C D G D C
Oh I might not always say it but tonight I'll say it
C D G
Oh thank you for being my friend
How to play Folk Up The Punx
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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.