Lucky Man
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G D G D
He had white horses and ladies by the score
G D G D
All dressed in satin and waiting by the door
Am Em D(2 4)
Ooo what a lucky man he was
Am Em D(2 4)
Ooo what a lucky man he was
G D G D
White lace and feathers they made up his bed
G D G D
A gold covered mattress on which he was led
Am Em D(2 4)
Ooo what a lucky man he was
Am Em D(2 4)
Ooo what a lucky man he was
G D G D
He went to fight wars for his country and his king
G D G D
Of his honor and glory the people would sing
Am Em D(2 4)
Ooo what a lucky man he was
Am Em D(2 4)
Ooo what a lucky man he was
G D G D
A bullet had found him, his blood ran as he cried
G D G D
No money could save him, so he lay down and he died
Am Em D(2 4)
Ooo what a lucky man he was
Ooo what a lucky man he was
Ooo what a lucky man he was
Ooo what a lucky man he was
How to play Lucky Man
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 G. 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.