View chords used in this chart
G / / / C / G / 2 / / / D7 / G /
C G
A-breakin' rocks in the hot sun
C G
I fought the law and the law won
D7
I fought the law and the law
G / / / C / G / 2 / / / D7 / G /
won
 
Verse 2:
I needed money 'cause I had none
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won
 
CHORUS:
C
I left my baby and I feel so bad
G
I guess my race is run
C
She's the best girl I ever had
G C G
I fought the law and the law won
D7
I fought the law and the law
G / / / C / G / 2 / / / D7 / G /
won
 
(instrumental, same pattern as chorus)
 
Verse 3:
A-robbin' people with a 6 gun
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won
 
Verse 4:
I miss my baby and the good fun
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won
 
(chorus)

How to play Subject

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 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.

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