Spokane Motel Blues
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C F C
I don't know what I'm doing here, I could be someplace else
F G
Like in Atlanta drinkin' wine, wine, wine
C F C
I don't know what I'm doing here, I should be someplace else
F G
Like in Kentucky drinkin shine, shine, shine
Am C
The dogs are running down in Memphis
Am C
And them nags are running in L.A. yeah
Am C
I'm stuck in Spokane in a motel room
F G
And there ain't no way to get away
Am C
Willie Nelson's picking out in Austin
Am C
And Waylon's hanging out in Mexico
Am C
I'm stuck in Spokane in a motel room
F G
And Kris is making moving picture shows
C F C
Hey, I don't know what I'm doing here, I could be someplace else
F G
Like in Atlanta drinkin' wine, wine, wine
C F C
I don't know what I'm doing here, I should be someplace else
F G
Like in Kentucky drinkin' shine, shine, shine
Am C
Well I know they're dancing in New Orleans
Am C
And old Chicago's bright as day
Am C
I'm stuck in Spokane in a motel room
F G
Lord, I wish I had a Dolly Parton tape
Am C
Well Hill and Bare and Billy Joe they're gambling
Am C
And ol TP's frying croppie all night long
Am C
They're down at Tootsie's eating chili
F G
I'm stuck in Spokane a writing songs
C F C
Hey, I don't know what I'm doing here, I could be someplace else
F G
Like in Atlanta drinkin' wine, wine, wine
C F C
I don't know what I'm doing here, I should be someplace else
F G
Like in Kentucky drinkin' clear moonshine
How to play Spokane Motel Blues
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 C. 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.