Pick Me Ups
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G G7
You wonder why I'm gone so much and come home late at night
C G D7
While you sit there and swear the way I'm living can't be right
G G7
It seems to bring you joy serene to nag me to the ground
C G D7 G
So I'll be out drinking pick me ups so you can put me down
G7
You've never tried to look inside and find the good in me
C G D7
How could you know I love you so my faults are all you see
G G7
The only time I feel at home is when I'm on the town
C G D7 G
So I'll be out drinking pick me ups so you can put me down
C G D7 G
It wouldn't do to cheat on you and I wouldn't if I could
C G A7 D7
This heart of mine won't let my mind believe that you're no good
G G7
I'll just play dumb until they come and put me in the ground
C G D7 G
Then I won't need no pick me ups cause you can't put me down
C G D7 G
No I won't need the pick me ups cause you can't put me down
How to play Pick Me Ups
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.