Playin' On The Tracks chords
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[Intro]
Am Em G Am Em G Am
[Verse 1]
Am Em
Try to keep my mind on the present time
G Am
My pride on the task at hand
Em
If I let it slip too far behind
G Am
I might start not givin' a damn
[Verse 2]
Am Em
I throw a lot of irons in the fire
G Am
Keep my heart from getting cold
Em
Ain’t none of us ever gettin any younger
G Am
All we ever gonna do is get old
[Chorus]
Am Dm
No I never grow up
Am
I’ll never slow down
Em
If you can’t hear the train whistle
G Am
Listen up cause it’s leavin town
[Verse 3]
Am Em
A rollin stone don’t gather moss
G Am
Like a broken record don’t play
Em
It’s easy to listen but if you ain’t lived it
G Am
I guess it’s just words on a page
[Verse 4]
Am Em
Ain’t no reason in the settin' sun
G Am
I find rhyme in the moonshine
Em
Ain’t no way of knowing where I’m goin'
G Am
Cause there ain’t no end to the line
[Chorus]
Am Dm
No I’ll never grow up
Am
I’ll never slow down
Em
If you can’t hear the train whistle
G Am
Listen up cause it’s leavin town
Am Dm
No I’ll never grow up
Am
I’ll never slow down
Em
If you can’t hear the train whistle
G C Am
Listen up cause it’s leavin town
[Guitar Solo]
Am G Dm Am G Dm
[Chorus]
Am Dm
No I’ll never grow up
Am
I’ll never slow down
Em
If you can’t hear the train whistle
G Am
Listen up cause it’s leavin town
Dm
No I’ll never slow up
Am
I ain’t tryin to get found
Em
If you’re playin on the tracks
G C Am
Watch your back ‘fore ya get run down
[Outro]
Em
Yeah if you’re playin on the tracks
G C Am
Watch your back ‘fore ya get run down
Chords used: Am, Em, G, Dm, C
Intro:
The song starts with an Am to Em to G and back to Am progression, setting
a reflective yet restless tone right from the beginning.
Verse:
The verse maintains the pattern of Am, Em, G, and Am, illustrating the narrative
of keeping focused on the present and the importance of staying engaged with life to
prevent apathy.
Chorus:
The chorus shifts to Am, Dm, and back to Am, then moves through Em and G before
returning to Am. This part of the song emphasizes a refusal to grow up or slow down,
with the train whistle symbolizing the relentless march of time and the desire to keep
moving forward.
Verse 3 & 4:
Following the same chord progression as the initial verses, these sections delve deeper
into the songwriter's philosophy on life, likening himself to a rolling stone and expressing
a preference for the journey over any particular destination.
Guitar Solo:
The guitar solo features Am, G, Dm, and back to Am, offering a moment for musical
reflection that mirrors the song's themes of freedom and movement.
Outro:
The outro repeats the cautionary advice about playing on the tracks, with the Em, G, C,
and Am chords providing a final reminder of the song's message about living boldly but
with awareness of the dangers.
Playing Tips:
Maintain a steady rhythm throughout the song to complement the narrative's flow and the
introspective mood.
Pay attention to the dynamic changes between the verses and the chorus to emphasize
the shift from reflection to declaration.
The guitar solo is a great opportunity to explore the song's themes musically; consider
adding your expressive touch while keeping within the overall feel of the song.
Emphasize the lyrical content, particularly in the chorus, to convey the song's message
of perpetual motion and the urge to live freely.