The Cape
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Capo 2
C C/B Am Am/G F G C
Well he's eight years old with a flour sack cape tied all around his neck
C C/B Am Am/G F G
He's climbing up on top the garage, he's figurin' what the heck
C C/B Am Am/G F G C
So screws his courage up so darn tight that the whole thing come unwound
C C/B Am Am/G F G C
He got a runnin' start and bless his heart, he headed for the ground
[Refrão] Am G
'Cause he's one of those who knows his life
F C
Is just a leap of faith
C C/B Am Am/G
Gotta' spread your arms and hold your breath
F G C
And always trust your cape
Well he's all grown up, he's got a flour sack cape, tied all around his dream
He's full of piss and vinegar, ah, he's bustin' at the seams
So licks his finger and checks the wind, it's gonna be do or die
He wasn't scared of nothin', boys, he was pretty sure he could fly
Chorus
Now he's old and grey with a flour sack cape, tied all around his head
And he's still jumpin' off the garage and will be til he's dead
All these years the people said the fool was actin' like a kid
And since he didn't know he couldn't fly, well of course he did
Chorus
How to play The Cape
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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.