Weak Brain, Narrow Mind - Willie Dixon

Weak Brain, Narrow Mind

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Verse 1:
Am
If you got a weak brain and a narrow mind
Dm E
The world gonna leave you way behind
Am
Your friends will deceive you, leave you cryin'
Dm E Am G E G Am G Am
Can't keep yours 'cause you are watchin' mine
 
Verse 2:
If you got a strong brain and your mind is broad
You gonna have more friends than a train can hold
You won't have no trouble or worries at all
If you got a strong brain and your mind is broad
 
Bridge:
Dm
You know the strong overpower the weak
Am
And the smart overpower the strong
Dm
The clever are the only ones enjoyin' the world
Am E
While the greedy save all and enjoy none
 
Jam (same chords as the bridge):
Dm Am Dm Am E (x2)
Am G E G Am G Am (x2)
 
Verse 3:
If you got a strong brain and your mind is smart
Nothin' in the world is gonna be too hard
We gonna keep on goin' before others start
If you got a strong brain and your mind is smart (x3)
 
Am G E G Am G Am (x2)

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The first identified chord is Am. You can transpose without leaving the page.

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Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.

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