Runaway Train
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Intro D C G D
D
Headlights on the ceiling as she pulls into the drive
C
She never says she's coming, she never says goodbye
G D
She's gonna bring the sunshine and she's gonna bring the rain
C G D
Its like I'm standing at the station and I'm waiting on a runaway train
D
When I was a youngin, my momma used to pray
C
That I'd find me a Christian girl and settle down someday
G D
But the devils at the front door and she's calling out my name
C G C
Its like I'm standing at the station and I'm waiting on a runaway train
Chorus:
Bm A G D
Runaway train coming down the track
Bm A G D
Runaway train it don't come back
D
Yeah I know what she's doing but right now I don't care
C
She can be Delilah to cut off all my hair
G D
Woman's got a hold on me ... I just can't explain
C G D
Its like I'm standing at the station and I'm waiting on a runaway train
Chorus
Bm A G D
Runaway train coming down the track
Bm A G D
Runaway train it don't come back
D
In the morning when I wake and find that woman gone
C
I will swear this time that I'm finally moving on
G D
Deep down in my heart I know nothings gonna change
C G D
And I'll be standing at the station and waiting on a runaway train
Chorus
Bm A G D
Runaway train coming down the track
Bm A G D
Runaway train it don't come back
How to play Runaway Train
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.