The Wife Song
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G C(add9) D(add9)
Hey honey have you gained some weight in your rear-end
G C(add9) D(add9)
The dress you wear reminds me of my old girlfriend
Em D(add9) C(add9) G
And where'd you get those shoes I think there pretty lame
Em D(add9) C(add9) G
And would you stop talking 'cause I'm trying to watch the game
(Chorus)
Em G Em G
If you're a man who wants to live a long and happy life
Em D(add9) G
These are the things you don't say to your wife.
G C(add9) D (add9)
I planned a hunting trip next week on your birthday
G C(add9) D(add9)
I didn't ask you but I knew it be ok
Em D(add9) C(add9) G
Go fix some dinner while I watch this fishing show
Em D(add9) C(add9) G
I taped it over our old wedding video
(Chorus)
G C(add9) D(add9)
Your cooking is ok but not like mother makes
G C(add9) D(add9)
The diamond in the ring I bought you is a fake
Em D(add9) C(add9) G
Your eyes look puffy dear, are you feeling ill
Em D(add9) C(add9) G
Happy anniversary I bought you a treadmill
(Chorus)
Em G Em G
If you're a man who doesn't want to get killed with a knife,
Em D(add9) G
These are the things you don't say to your wife.
How to play The Wife Song
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 G. 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.