Jumpin' Jack Flash
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Intro : (C# E)
(C# E)
I was born in a crossfire hurricane
And i howled at my mama in the driving rain
G G D
but it's all right now
A
In fact it's a gas
G G
But it's all right now
D
I'm jumping Jack Flash
A (A G)
It's a gas, gas, gas
I was raised by a toothless hearded hag
I was schooled with a strap across my back
G G D
But it's all right now
A
In fact it's gas
G G
But it's all right
D
Im jumping Jack Flash
A ( A D G G )
It's a gas, gas, gas
(A G)
I was drowned i was washed up and
left for dead
I feel down to my feet and i saw they bleed
And i frowned at the crumbs of a crust of bread
I was crowned with a spike right through my head
G G D
But it's all right now
A
In fact it's a gas
G G
But it's all right
D
Im jumping Jack Flash
A
It's a gas, gas, gas
How to play Jumpin' Jack Flash
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 C#. 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.