Pick Up The Tempo
View chords used in this chart
Capo 2
D G A7 D
People are saying that time'll take care of people like me
D E7 A7
And I'm living too fast, Lord you know it can't last too much longer
D G A7 D
But little they see that their thoughts of me is my savior
D A7 D
And they really should know that the beat ought to go a little faster
[Refrão]D G A7 D
So pick up the tempo just a little, take it on home
D E7 A7
A singer ain't singin and the drummer's been drinkin' too long
D G A7 D
Time'll take care of itself so leave time alone
D A7 D
Pick up the tempo just a little, take it on home
Change Key to
E A B7 E
I'm wild and I'm mean, and I'm creating a scene, I'm goin' crazy
E F# B7
I'm good and I'm bad, I'm happy, I'm sad and I'm lazy
E A A7 E
I'm quiet and I'm loud, gatherin' a crowd and I like gravy
E B7 E
'Bout half off the wall but I learned it all in the Navy
Chorus:
E A B7 E
So pick up the tempo just a little bit, take it on home
E F# B7
A singer ain't singin and the drummer's been drinkin' too long
E A A7 E
Time'll take care of itself so leave time alone
E B7 E
Pick up the tempo just a little, take it on home
E B7 E A E
Pick up the tempo just a little, take it on home
How to play Pick Up The Tempo
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 D. 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.