This Machine Is 4
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Bb F
Condescending keeps us gay
C Dm
In a denotative way
Bb F
Noses up and peering down
G C
Tight lips pursed into a frown
Dm Bb F
Fleece the rich and cheat the poor
Am C Dm
That's what this machine is for
Am Bb C
Turning bellies into stars, then repeating
Dm Bb F
Stab the poor, slice the rich
Am C Dm
Turn the lever, flip the switch
Am Bb C
Making everyone the same is the end game
Bb F
Hanging out with old McBean
C Dm
And his grandiose machine
Bb F
No one seems to be annoyed
G C
No one sees this as obscene
Dm Bb F
Fleece the rich and cheat the poor
Am C Dm
That's what this machine is for
Am Bb C
Turning bellies into stars, then repeating
Dm Bb F
Stab the poor, slice the rich
Am C Dm
Turn the lever, flip the switch
Am Bb C
Making everyone the same is the end game
F C Bb F
She's a gear, you're a cam, I'm a cog
F C Bb F
She's a gear, you're a cam, I'm a cog
Dm C F Bb
This machine was invented by McBean
Dm C
But we all make up the parts
Bb F
Cuts us up and take our hearts
F C Bb F
She's a gear, you're a cam, I'm a cog
F C Bb F
She's a gear, you're a cam, I'm a cog
Dm C F Bb
This machine was invented by McBean
Dm C
But we all make up the parts
Bb F
Cuts us up and take our hearts
How to play This Machine Is 4
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 Bb. 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.