Satisfied Man
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Intro
E D A
E E D A
[Verso 1]
E
Busting my ass for what little I got
E
Hard working man ain't got a whole lot
E
Smile on my face working everyday
E C
It's all I gotta do just to earn my pay
D E
Lord knows I'm a satisfied man
[Verso 2]
E
Early to bed just to get my rise
E
Never made this man wealthy or wise
E
I don't need a fat wallet just to do my thing
E C
Soho to Memphis you hear me sing
D E
Lord know I'm a satisfied man yes I am
Solo
B C# E D A
[Ponte]
G A
Pulled my money from the wishing well
C D
Lord knows it all but he won't tell
[Verso 3]
E
Now I'm in a place where the drinks are strong
E
I can be a hoochie coochie man all night long
E
Pulled a six number dream at a local stand
E C
Now it's me and the dog in the Promised Land
D C D
Lord know I'm a satisfied man Lord knows
C D E
I'm a satisfied man Lord knows
How to play Satisfied Man
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.