Tramp On Your Street
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written by: Billy Joe Shaver
Performed by: Shaver on "Tramp On Your Street"
A
1.A long time ago
D
No shoes on my feet
E
I walked ten miles of train track
A
To hear Hank Williams sing (follow the same progression throughout)
His body was worn
But his spirit was free
And he sang every song
Looking right straight at me
C1.Just a tramp on your street
You must understand
You got my soul at your feet
And my heart in your hand
2.No I don't have to pick
And I don't have to choose
I don't have to win
And I don't have to lose
And if I make any pay
I just throw it away
I don't count on tomorrow
I just live for today
C.
C2.Still you opened yourself
And you held me inside
You made a stray dog like me
Feel welcome tonight
C.
ADEA ADEA
C.
C2.
A D E A
I'm just a tramp on your street
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How to play Tramp On Your Street
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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.