I Smell A Rat
View chords used in this chart
Intro: Db Ab Eb F
verse 1:
Bb
I smell a rat babe
Bb
Something funny's going on
Eb
I smell a rat babe
Bb
Something funny's going on
Db Eb
Since that other man moved next door
Bb
I've a funny feeling in my bones
LINK BETWEEN VERSES: Ab A Bb
verse 2:
You've started to comb your hair
Wear lipstick on your lips
You've started to comb your hair
Wear lipstick on your lips
You don't care how you look for me baby
No, you're trying to get him babe
(Instrumental VERSE)
verse 3:
I smell a rat babe
Someone's started to sneak around
I smell a rat baby
Someone's started to sneak around
If I find you cheating on me baby
I'm gonna put you six feet in the ground
How to play I Smell A Rat
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 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.