Southbound Train
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F / / Am / / Dm / / / / / Bb / / C / / Bb / / F / / / / /
F Am Dm
Liberty laughing and shaking your head
Bb F Am
Can you carry the torch that'll bring home the dead
F Am Dm
To the land of their fathers whose lives you have led
Bb F Am
To the station at the edge of the town
Bb C Bb F / / / / /
On the southbound train going now
F Am Dm
Equality quietly facing the fist
Bb F Am
Are you angry and tired that your point has been missed
F Am Dm
Will you go in the back room and study the list
Bb F Am
Of the gamblers using the phone
Bb C Bb F / / / / /
On the southbound train going now
F Am Dm
Fraternity failing to fight back the tears
Bb F Am
Will it take an eternity breaking all the fears
F Am Dm
And what will the passenger do when he hears
Bb F Am
That he's already paid for the crown
Bb C Bb F / / / / /
On the southbound train going now
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Written by: Mick Anderson micka@jolt.mpx.com.au
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How to play Southbound 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 F. 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.