The Hitchhiker
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Really fun tune. You might want to key it down to E for ease of playing. - JD ROberts May 2013
Lead in Bb F Bb G
G Bb F
I heard you favored another
Bb F G
And to me it came as no surprise
G Bb F
I had all I can take of feeling this way
Bb F C
knowing I was gone beyond goodbye
G Bb F
I hear a voice in the distance
Bb F G
Crying like a sorrowful ghost
G Bb F
There's a dark sky moving behind me
Bb F C
And I'm riding my thumb by the road
C F Bb
Buddy can you take me to Virginia
Bb F C
It's a long time now I've been gone
C F Bb
Or take me to the coast of California
Bb F C
There's a cold wind blowing here at home
C Bb
Anywhere your restless wheels are rolling
Bb Dm
Is better off than staying here alone
Jam Run - (Not quite complete)
C Bb Dm F C Bb G
How to play The Hitchhiker
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.