Rockin' Chair
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[Intro: ]C C/B Am (four times)
Verse 1
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C C/B Am F
I'm older than I'd wish to be, this town holds no more for me
F C G D7 F
All my life, I've tried to find another way
C C/B Am F
I don't care for your attitude, you bring me down I think you're rude
F C G D7 F
All my life, I've tried to make a better day
Chorus
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Em Am
It's hard enough being alone
Em Am
Sitting here by the phone
F
Waiting for my memories
E E7
To come and play
Em Am
It's hard enough sitting there
Em Am
Rockin' in your rockin' chair
F
It's all too much for me to take
E E7
When you're not there
Guitar Solo
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C C/B Am F C G D7
F C C/B Am
F C G D7 F
Chorus
Verse
Chorus
Outro (same as intro)
How to play Rockin' Chair
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 C. 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.