Mystery Train
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[Intro: ]E
verse 1
A E
Train ar..rive..sixteen coaches long.
A G E
Train ar..rive..sixteen coaches long.
B7 A E
Oh Well, that long black train, Done took my baby and gone.
Riff A E B7 A E
verse 2
A E
Well Train, train..comin' 'round, the bend.
A E
Well Train, train, comin' 'round the bend.
D B7 A E
Oh Well, it took my baby, but it never will again.
No it never will again
Riff A E B7 A E
verse 3
A E
Train, train..comin' down, the line.
A E
Well Train, train..comin' down down the line.
D B7 A E
Oh Well, it's got my baby, but it won't no more no more
A E
No it won't no more no more
How to play Mystery Train
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 E. 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.