The Kids Dont Stand A Chance
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C Dm F
A devastating backstroke
F G C
All the way from France
C Dm F
With shiny, shiny cufflinks
F G C
A shirtsleeve to enhance
C Dm F
The pin-striped men of morning
F G C
Are coming for to dance
C Dm F
With pure Egyptian Cotton
F G C
The kids don't stand a chance
C Dm F
You criticize the practice
F G C
By murdering their plants
C Dm F
Ignoring all the history
F G C
Denying them romance
C Dm F
The pin-striped men of morning
F G C
Are coming for to dance
C Dm F
Forty-million dollars
F G C
The kids don't stand a chance
(Solo)
C Dm F
I didn't like the business,
F G C
But that was at first glance
C Dm F
Your pillow feels so soft now
F G C
But still you must advance
C Dm F
The pin-striped men of morning
F G C
The partners in the dance
C Dm F
The paper's shot to pieces
F G C
The kids don't stand a chance
How to play The Kids Dont Stand A Chance
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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.