Swingin Daddy - Buddy Knox

Swingin Daddy

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Intro: A
 
#1.
A E A
Oh, I'm a swinging daddy and I love that jive.
A
Just wind me up and I'll come alive.
D
Throw me a woman with style and grace, then
A
stand back, buddy and give me space.
 
[Refrão]
E D
Kicked off her shoes and I messed her hair..
A E A
and watch a real swinging pair.
 
#2.
A
Well, give me a boogie with a real wild beat.
A
I love a crazy rhythm cause it's my meat.
D
Swing me a woman who can move about and I
A
swing it to a rhythm and I swing it stout.
 
[Refrão]
E D
Kicked off her shoes and I messed her hair..
A E A
and watch a real swinging pair..(Rave on!!)
 
INTERLUDE: A Am7 A D Am7 E D A Am7 E
 
#3.
A E D
I'm not the one and I won't be found running
E
the walls for a two-step doll.
A E D
But a real cool boogie hits the spot, so, crank
E
up the band and let's get hot.
 
#4.
A E A
Oh, I'm a swinging daddy and I love that jive.
A
Just wind me up and I'll come alive.
D
Throw me a woman with style and grace, then
A
stand back, buddy and give me space.
 
OUTRO:
E D
Kicked off her shoes and I messed her hair..
A E A
and watch a real swinging pair..(Fade.)

How to play Swingin Daddy

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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.

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