The Mule
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E7
She's a rambler, she's a gambler
Girl like to roam from town to town
E7
She's a rambler, she's a gambler
Girl gonna roam from town to town
E7
Don't you watch you back, Jack
When that deal goes down
E7
She's a high steppin'woman
Sure do love to roll them dice
E7
She's a high stepping'woman
Sure do love to roll them dice
E7
She'll clear you out so good, boy
Won't have to clear you twice
A7
She's out on that morning train
E7
Leave you a Mule to ride
A7
When you turn around now
E7
That poor Mule done died
[Solo] E7 A7 E7
E7
Play it fast and hard
First you money the the clothes
E7
She likes to play it fast and hard
First your money then your clothes
E7
Bet your money or your life
Boy don't you bet your soul
E7
On that morning train leave you
A Mule to ride
A7
And when you turn around
That poor Mule done died
A7
And when you turn around now
That poor Mule done died
How to play The Mule
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 E7. 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.