Young Man
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Intro
Em C/G
Am G B7
[Verso 1]
Em
Young man, forgive me
C/G
For all the deeds Ive done
Am Em B7
You know, growin up it isnt meant to be fun
Em C/G
Soon youll realize youve been wrapped in chains
Am G B7
Dumped onland with a needle in your veins
[Verso 2]
Em
Young man,
C/G Am
Dont be terrorized with all the wars around
Em B7
Just keep your feet down on the ground
Em C/G
Youll find yourself so proud again, a loaded gun in your hand
Am G B7
In the name of God himself, be prepared to shoot your friends
[Ponte]
C Am Em B7
Hearts dont behave for a bit of fame
C Am Em G
Love in disgrace for your glory days
B7
Uh uh uh uh
N.C.
Young man
{Solo}
Em C Am Em B7
Em C G B7
[Ponte]
C Am Em B7
Zugswangs rising up for you girls and boys
C Am Em G
Raised in hell, the worst is yet to enjoy
B7
Oh yeah enjoy!
N.C.
Young man
[Verso 3]
Em C
Better keep out, away from me
G B7
Dont get closer, stretch out your misery
Em G
Mascarading out in schools
C Am B7
Miscarried out, ready to blow and lose your cool
N.C.
Young, oh oh oh young
Outro
Em C Am Em B7
Em C Am Em B7
Em C Am Em B7
Em
How to play Young Man
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Em. 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.