Trained Monkeys
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Trained monkeys are a sight to behold
A
Selling their dreams and selling their soul
D
Walking high wire with a net full of holes
E A
One small mistake and your body, body runs cold
[Verse 2]
A
Trained monkeys play a game of words
A
Showing you rainbows through a bundle of nerves
A
Their eyes are lifeless with a skull like grin
A
Grim reaper be your best friend
D
Trained monkeys will lead you down
A
That road of destruction they've already found
D
Take all your money, fill their souls with steel
E A
Leave you lifeless hanging on a rusty nail
[Break]
A
Al---ive man I'm al--ive
A
Dreaming tryin' to survive
[Verse 3]
A
The world outside will tear you apart
A
If you let it into your heart
D
Trained monkeys have the rose colored blues
A
Walking around in the Devil's shoes
D
Simon says come follow me
E A
Into hell for et--er--nity
[Outro]
A
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A
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A
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How to play Trained Monkeys
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 A. 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.