The Last Pharao - Dave Rawlings Machine

The Last Pharao

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Capo: 1
 
C
I’m looking for the last, the last pharaoh
G
When night falls on the land
C
I’m looking for the last, the last pharaoh
G C
I’m gonna lay him down if I can
 
F
I thought I heard that big, that big Kate Adams
F
I thought I heard a whistle blow
G F
I thought I heard that big, that big Kate Adams
 
G
Puffing down to Mexico
 
C
I’m looking for the last, the last pharaoh
G
When night falls on the land
C
I’m looking for the last, the last pharaoh
G C
I’m gonna lay him down if I can
 
F
I don’t need a chicken, a chicken in the pot
F
Or a woman in my own back yard
G F
I don’t need a chicken, chicken, chicken in the pot
G
The way I need the next high card
 
C
I’m looking for the last, the last pharaoh
G
When night falls on the land
C
I’m looking for the last, the last pharaoh
G C
I’m gonna lay him down if I can
 
C7
Yes I am.
 
Instrumental C G
 
F
Lady luck makes the kings, the Natchez kings
F
The kings of Natchez and below
G F
She makes the kings of Natchez and below
G
And lady luck’s with me, I know
 
C
I’m looking for the last, the last pharaoh
G
When night falls on the land
C
I’m looking for the last, the last pharaoh
G C
I’m gonna lay him down yes I am

How to play The Last Pharao

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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.

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