Shoot The Gun
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[Verso 1]
A E
All these years Ive been fossil, breaking down in the dirt
A E
Says she loves ol' Apostle, thats one hell of a way to flirt
A E
You must think that I'm silent, but I've got a lot to say
A E
When shes mad I lose the battle, lord its gonna turn me old and grey
[Refrão]
E
Turn around, shoot the gun, fill that empty spot in me
D C#
River wash away the blood
Instrumental:
A E x2
[Verso 2]
A E
I get to thinkin' youre a devil, get them horns away from me
A E
Though I really did love ya, I think it's time to set me free
A E
So long for fallen soldiers, I wont let them die in vain
A E
I want away with this woman, so I can end all the pain
[Refrão]
E
Turn around, shoot the gun, fill that empty spot in me
D C#
River wash away the blood
Instrumental: 2
x2 A E
x2 A E
A x2
A x2
A x2
A x2
[Ponte]
A
This decaying castle is gonna fall
A
I can feel its pain, I can hear it call
A
Though it's empty, it stands so tall
A
Just like my heart, crack forms up the wall
[Refrão]
E
Well, Turn around, shoot the gun, fill that empty spot in me
D C#
River wash away the blood
E
Turn around, shoot the gun, fill that empty spot in me
D C#
River wash away the blood
D C#
River wash away the blood
How to play Shoot The Gun
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.