Rye Whiskey
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Instrumental: G
G
Rye whiskey makes the band sound better,
Makes your baby cuter,
Makes itself taste sweeter.
Oh, boy!
Rye whiskey makes your heart beat louder,
Makes your voice seem softer,
Makes the back room hotter, oh, but
D Em
Rye thoughts aren't good thoughts, boys,
Have I ever told you about the time I...
Instrumental: G
G
Rye whiskey wraps your troubles up
Into a bright blue package,
Ties a bow around it.
Oh, boy!
Just throw it on the pile in the corner, see,
You're not alone in not being alone tonight, but
D Em
Rye love isn't good love, boys,
Have I ever told you about the time I...
Instrumental: G
G
I used to wake up bright and early,
Got my work done quickly, held my baby tightly.
Oh, boy!
Rye whiskey makes the sun set faster,
Makes the spirit more willing
But the body weaker because
D Em
Rye sleep isn't good sleep, boys,
Have I ever told you about the time I
B C#
Took it and took her for granted?
B C#
How I took it and took her for granted?
B C#
So, let's take some and take them all for granted.
Instrumental: A
Intrumental: G
How to play Rye Whiskey
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. 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.