King Of Carrot Flowers
View chords used in this chart
Intro: F Bb F C Bb (x2)
F
When you were young
C Bb F
You were the king of carrot flowers
C Bb C
And how you built a tower tumbling through the trees
Bb F
In holy rattlesnakes that fell all around your feet
Bb F C Bb
F C Bb F
And your mom would stick a fork right into daddy's shoulder
C Bb C
And your dad would throw the garbage all across the floor
Bb F
As we would lay and learn what each other's bodies were for
Bb F C Bb
F
And this is the room
C Bb F
One afternoon I knew I could love you
C Bb C
And from above you how I sank into your soul
Bb F
Into that secret place where no one dares to go
Bb F C Bb
F C Bb F
And your mom would drink until she was no longer speaking
C Bb C
And dad would dream of all the different ways to die
Bb F
Each one a little more than he could dare to try
Bb F C Bb F (x4)
How to play King Of Carrot Flowers
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 F. 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.