Why Get Up
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A
Why get up, why get up
D A
How can I get up, why should I get up
E
This whole world's gone crazy
Think I've seen enough
D7 A
I'm gonna sleep forever why get up
A
Phone keeps ringing right off the hook
Some bill collector, I know what cooks
D
Think I'll stay in bed, dream all day
A
World outside bugs me anyway
E
When I get things going, the going gets rough
D7 A
So I ask myself why get up
Chorus
A
Went to the doctor, he said lose some weight
If you don't do it quick, we'll have to operate
D
I talked to my lawyer, he said case is closed
A
That woman got it all even the garden hose
E
Staring at the ceiling thinking just my luck
D7 A
Better roll back over why get up
Chorus
A
Well I can't quit drinking, I'm nervous all the time
When I wake up, it's like a ton lead on my mind
D
What was it, I said to that girl last night
A
She really got upset, I best stay out of sight
E
I remember a gun and calling somebody's bluff
D7 A
I better duck under the cover why get up
Chorus
How to play Why Get Up
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.