Honky Tonkin's What I Do Best
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Note* In the Chorus Slide up From Db to Eb Every time There is an Eb
Verse 1
Bb
Well I was born for Saturday night
Looking for trouble, and ready to fight
Eb
I was made to be wild and free
Bb
Where it's loud and bright, that's where I'll be
F
And I might change some day I guess
Bb F Bb
But honky tonkin's what I do best
[Refrão]Eb
I can juke all night without taking a breath
Get out on the floor and dance myself to death
F
I'm a wide-eyed, certified, bonafide general mess
Bb F Bb
And honky tonkin's what I do best
(Solo): Eb Bb F Bb F Bb
Verse 2
Bb
Never had much luck with society
Bb
My mamma used to say, he don't belong to me
Eb
But deep down I think daddy understood
Bb
He always made me feel like I was worth some good
F
Sister moved to New York, and she's a big
Success (I'm so impressed)
Bb F Bb
But honky tonkin's what I do best
Bb F Bb
Honky tonkin's what I do best
( CHORUS )
Eb
Oh I can juke all night without taking a breath
Get out on the floor dance myself to death
Eb F
I'm a wild-eyed, certified, bonafide general mess
Bb F Bb
And honky tonkin's what I do best
Bb F Bb
Honky tonkin's what I do best
Bb F Bb
Yeah, I said howwwwwwwnky tonkin's what I do best
(outro) F Eb PAUSE F Bb
How to play Honky Tonkin's What I Do Best
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Db. 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.