Rock the joint - Bill Haley

Rock the joint

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A - x02220
D7- xx0212
E7- 020100
 
A
We're gonna tear down the mailbox,
 
Rip up the floor
 
Smash out the windows and knock down the door!
 
{Chorus:}
D7
We're gonna rock, rock this joint
A
We're gonna rock, rock this joint
E7
We're gonna rock, rock this joint
A
We're gonna rock this joint tonight
 
A
Well six times six is thirty six
 
But I ain't gonna hit but six more licks
 
{Chorus}
 
{solo:}
A A A A
D7 D7 A A
E7 E7 A A
 
A
Do the ol' Paul Jones and Virginia Reel
 
Gotta let your feet know how you feel
 
{Chorus}
 
{solo:}
A A A A
D7 D7 A A
E7 E7 A A
 
A
Do the sugar foor rag side by side
 
Flying low and flying wide
 
{Chorus}
 
{solo:}
A A A A
D7 D7 A A
E7 E7 A A
 
A
Well six times six is thirty six
 
But I ain't gonna hit but six more licks
 
{Chorus}
 
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How to play Rock the joint

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What is the starting chord?

The first identified chord is A. 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.

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