Thank You John Steinbeck
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verse 1
D A/C# G D
I was a lot younger but I was a fighter
D A/C# G A
And now he could get me out of any jam
G A Bm G
I packed up and left, part of me waited
D A G
But I already know how lucky I am
Interlude
D A/C# G A
verse 2
D A/C# G D
World softly spinning and the stars are forever
D A/C# G A
And I remember the violence in your hazel eyes
G A Bm G
I know I should say, yeah I know I should tell her
D A G
I'm sorry for everything and I hope you're all right
Interlude
D A/C# G A
Bridge
Em A
Is the light still blinding?
Em A
Is the morning sun still coming back?
Interlude
D A/C# G A
D A/C# G A
verse 3
D A/C# G D
I was saved by the water of rivers
D A/C# G A
By the laughter of children who wish I was home
G A Bm G
But asking the world to make it come easy
D A G
Didn't work for your parents, yeah you're on your own
Interlude
D A/C# G A
verse 4
D A/C# G D
I left in a hurry, my clothes barely buttoned
D A/C# G A
And Travels With Charley tucked under my arm
G A Bm G
Got the road to your cell and you're out there certain
D A G
I'm thinking about you wherever you are
Interlude
D A/C# G A
D A/C# G A
D A/C# G A
D A/C# G A D
How to play Thank You John Steinbeck
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 D. 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.