Sweet Mama - Billy Joe Shaver
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Afinação: E A D G B ETecla: ACapotraste: Sem capotraste
[Intro]
A7 E7 A7
 
[Verse 1]
A7 E7 A7
Sweet mama lay your burdens down
D7 A7
Sweet mama lay them troubles down girl
D7
Come here and I'll tell you 'bout
A7 D7
some truth in life I've found
A7 E7 A7
Sweet mama set yourself right down
 
[Verse 2]
A7 E7 A7
You know pride it ain't worth a US dime
D7 A7
no pride it ain't worth this poor man's time
D7 A7 D7
It's misery to be so jealous all the time
A7 E7 A7
Sweet mama honey be kind to your mind
 
[Instrumental]
A7 E7 A7
D7 A7
D7 A7 D7
A7 E7 A7
 
[Verse 3]
A7 E7 A7
Sweet mama girl now you're sure feelin' fine
D7 A7
You may think this is just a line
D7 A7 D7
I only put these words into this little song
A7 E7 A7
But to try girl and help us get along
 
[Instrumental]
A7 E7 A7
D7 A7
D7 A7 D7
A7 E7 A7
A7 E7 A7
D7 A7
D7 A7 D7
A7 E7 A7
E7 A7

How to play Sweet Mama

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 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.

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