The Wheel
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CHORUS:
D G
The wheel is turning and you can't slow down
D G
You can't let go and you can't hold on
D G
You can't go back and you can't stand still
C F G
If the thunder don't get you then the lightning will
C F G C F G
BRIDGE:
C F G
Won't you try just a little bit harder
C F G
Couldn't you try just a little bit more
C F G
Won't you try just a little bit harder
C F G
Couldn't you try just a little bit more
D
Round, round, robin run around
A
Gotta get back to where you belong
D
A little bit harder just a little bit more
A D
A little bit farther than you gone before
CHORUS
G C D
Small wheel turning by the firing rod
G C D
Big wheel turning by the grace of God
G C D
Every time that wheel turn round
G
Bound to cover just a little more ground
(n.c.)
Bound to cover just a little more ground
CHORUS
BRIDGE
(from the first Jerry Garcia solo album, Garcia, 1972)
(sent by Harlan at harlant@hawaii.edu)
How to play The Wheel
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 D. 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.