Wood And Wire
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Dm Am Dm Dm
14 years behind these bars
Dm Am Dm Dm
12 foot square of cold cement
Dm Am Dm Dm
I've lost nearly everything
Dm Am Dm Dm
For a crime of which I'm innocent
A#
For all my sufferings
Dm Dm
Lie in momentary pain
A#
While the wait of an endless glory
Dm C
Still remains to me
( Dm Am Dm Dm )
( Dm Am Dm Dm )
Dm Am Dm Dm
Dead man walking down the halls
Dm Am Dm Dm
To meet a mess of wood and wire
Dm Am Dm Dm
You lead me where men fear to tread
Dm Am Dm Dm
Towards the thing I most desire
A#
For all my sufferings
Dm
Lie in momentary pain
A#
While the wait of an endless glory
Dm
Still remains
A#
Throw the switch on
F
I know you ain't got a choice
Gm
The dawn is coming
Am A# Dm A# Dm
All is well, I will rejoice
How to play Wood And Wire
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Dm. 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.