Willow Pine And Oak
View chords used in this chart
[Intro]
G
[Verse 1]
G Em7
We split folks into groups of threes and name them after kinds of trees.
Am Dsus2
It’s how I like to look at folks: As willow trees, or pines or oaks.
G Em7
Willows are forgettable, they could be called a weed
C/G Am Dsus2
And time with them’s regrettable: they’ll suck you dry when you’re in need.
G Em7
They burst your pipes, and then their switches might be used to bust your britches.
C/G
Willows aren’t my kind of tree.
Am Dsus2
They’re not a source of love for me.
[Verse 2]
G Em7
We split folks into groups of threes and name them after kinds of trees.
Am Dsus2
It’s how I like to look at folks: As willow trees, or pines or oaks.
G Em7
Pines give off a wondrous smell and they’re green throughout the year
C/G Am Dsus2
Make a bed of needles soft as hell and bolster christmas cheer.
G Em7
You bust their bark and they get sticky, embracing one is often tricky.
C/G
They’re lonely and that’s what ain’t for me.
Am Dsus2
I need to love a stronger tree.
[Verse 3]
G Em7
We split folks into groups of threes and name them after kinds of trees.
Am Dsus2
It’s how I like to look at folks: As willow trees, or pines or oaks.
G Em7
And so we find the able oak who changes colors, loses leaves.
C/G Am
Strength and patience ain’t no joke; that’s what this man believes.
G Em7
I build a house, I build a chair, a table, bed, from that tree there.
C/G
An oak grows slowly and provides.
Am Dsus2
It’s with an oak my love resides.
Am Dsus2
It’s with an oak my love resides.
Am F
It’s with an oak my love resides.
[Outro]
G Em7 Am Dsus2 D
How to play Willow Pine And Oak
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 G. 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.