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Intro: A7
 
[Verso 1]
A7
Don't think big, man - I can't think little
A7
Won't let that end catch me up in the middle
D7
Now, my whole life has been the toss of a dice
A7
Done another girl gone out of my life
 
[Refrão]
E7 D7
Out of the frying pan into the fire
A7 E7
Anything you say, they're gonna call you a liar
 
[Verso 2]
A7
Go downtown now Walk around
A7
The man comes up, says he's gonna put me down
D7
You try to succeed to fulfill your need
A7
Get hit by a car, the people watch you bleed
 
[Refrão]
E7 D7
Out of the frying pan into the fire
A7 E7
Anything you say, they're gonna call you a liar
 
Harmonica Solo: A7 A7 D7 A7 E7 D7
 
[Verso 3]
A7
Watch what you do now - Think what you're saying
A7
If you get crossed up you're gonna end up paying
D
Ain't no use, I'm gonna cut it all loose
A7
I made a mistake, I can't get no break
 
[Refrão]
E7 D7
Out of the frying pan into the fire
A7 E7
Anything you say, they're gonna call you a liar
 
Outro: A7

How to play Frying Pan

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What is the starting chord?

The first identified chord is A7. 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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