Lightning Express
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The Lightning Express
TheA Lightning Express from it's depot so grand
Had Dstarted out on it's Away
All of the passengers that were on board
B7Seemed to be happy and E7gay
But Aone little boy who sat by himself
Was Dreading a letter he Dhad
You could plainly tell by the Alook on his face
That the E7contents of it made him Asad
The stern old conductor then started his rounds
Taking tickets from everyone there
Finally reaching the side of the boy
He gruffly demanded his fare
I have no ticket the boy then replied
But I'll pay you back someday
Then I'll put you off at the next stop we make
But he stopped when he heard the boy say
(chorus)
APlease Mr Conductor, don't Dput me off of this Atrain.
The best friend I have in the world sir
Is B7waiting for me in E7pain
AExpected to die any moment sir
And Dmay not live through the Dday
I want to reach home and kiss AMother goodbye
BeE7fore God takes her Aaway
A girl sitting near was heard to exclaim
If you put him off it's a shame
Then taking his hat a collection was made
The boy's fare was paid on the train
I'm obliged to you miss, the boy then replied
You're welcome, she said, never fear
Each time the conductor would pass through the car
The boy's words would ring in his ear
(repeat chorus)
How to play Lightning Express
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is B. 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.