Lucky Number Nine
View chords used in this chart
For the climb in the Chorus, you play B, A, E then 4 more down strokes on E then you play
A|------0--- and then go back to B.
E|0-2-4-----
Intro:
E C# x2
Verse:
E C#
Indie boys are neurotic
E C#
Makes my eyes bleed
E C#
Tight black pants exotic
E C#
Some loving is what I need
Chorus:
B A E E (climb)
Hey, I'm starting to feel OK
B A E E
Lucky number nine, hooray
E C#
Sepia on the staircase
E C#
Mirror in the back of my brain
E C#
Makes these hot-pants feel great
E C#
I used to like to complain
B A E E (climb)
But hey, I'm starting to feel OK
B A E E
Lucky number nine, hooray
E C#
Bloody Mary, Mother of God
E C#
Grandpa's on the hobby horse again
E C#
Damp and broken pants chafing
E C#
I'm running out of ethnic friends
B A E E (climb)
But hey, I'm starting to feel OK
B A E E (climb)
Lucky number nine, hooray
B A E E (climb)
Lucky number nine, hooray
B A E E
Lucky number nine, hooray
How to play Lucky Number Nine
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 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.