Road Salt
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Am F Dm
This time I'll try not to get hurt
Am F Dm
This time I'll stay untouched with pain and dirt
Am F Dm
This time I'll stick to what I've learned
Am F Dm
This time I'll fly so low I won't get burned
C G Dm
Maybe it's not enough
C G Dm F
Maybe this time it's just too much
C G Dm
Maybe I'm not that tough
C G Dm F G
Maybe this time the road is just too rough
Dm F G
to walk down, so I sit down.
( Am F Dm ) (2x)
Am F Dm
I've walked this road so many years
Am F Dm
I've worn down all my boots, I've cried all tears
Am F Dm
So many crossroads left behind
Am F Dm
So many choices burned into my mind
C G Dm
Maybe it's not enough
C G Dm F
Maybe this time it's just too much
C G Dm
Maybe I'm not that tough
C G Dm F G
Maybe this time the road is just too rough
Dm F G
To take me home (4x)
(Am)
But I walk on
How to play Road Salt
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 Am. 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.