Metaphor
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Intro: G G C G C G C G
G
I go down to the ocean
C G
I take a walk upon your shores
G
I dig up a big ol' hairy clam
C G
And then take out the pearl
Em G C G
Cuz it's a metaphor
G
I'll marinate your flank steak
C G
I'll bread your jumbo shrimp
G
I'll take your little brother to the zoo
C G
And I'll marinate your flank steak
Em G C G
Cuz it's a metaphor for fuckin
Em G C G
It's a metaphor for fuckin
G
I'll be the lounge band on your cruise ship
C G
I'll fuck you with my dick
G
I'll put my magic wand inside your... car
C G
Then I'll marinate your flank steak
Em G C G
Cuz it's a metaphor for flank steak
Em G C G
It's a metaphor for flank steak
G
Flank steak is delicious
C G
Wish I was eatin it right now
G
And every time that I see one
C G
Wanna titty fuck the flank steak
Em G C G
Cuz it's a metaphor for fuckin flank steak
Em G C G
Yeah it's a metaphor for fuckin flank steak
G C
Love is such a mystery
How to play Metaphor
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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.