Rusty Pipes
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Intro
(Lightly pick)
Bb Gm Bm C C7 Eb
Verse
Gm
Rattle on the rusty pipes
Bb C
Hit 'em hard, and hit 'em bright and clear
C7 Eb
And make a noise, so everyone cannot mistake it's you
Cm Db
And let 'em know just what it's like
Gm
When you're not alright
Gm
Pray to god it won't get worse
Bb C
That you'll be riding in a hearse to this
C7 Eb
The party that you don't want to be ever invited to
Cm Db
But you'll be goin' anyway
Gm
However much you pray
Gm Bb C C7 Eb
Cm Db
Define a way, you'll find a way
Gm
No matter what I say
Gm Bb C C7 Eb
Gm
Rattle on the rusty pipes
Bb
Wake 'em up give them a fright
C C7
They can't just shake off like a scary dream
Eb
They have most every night
Cm Db
Don't even try I can't be saved
Gm
I'm beautiful and brave
Gm Bb C C7 Eb repeat and fade
How to play Rusty Pipes
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 Bb. 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.