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Shotgun Blues

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[Chorus]
           D Dsus4 D
I got the shotgun blues
C   F  C
Shotgun blues
   C             F                              C
I said, I don't know what I did, but I know I gotta move
          D Dsus4 D
I got the shotgun blues
C  F   C
Shotgun blues
C            F                                     C
I can't wait here forever, I got too much here to lose
[Verse 1]
D
An' now you are blowing smoke
Bb
I think you're one big joke
G
Me? I got to lot to learn
B
An' I am still waiting for the heads to turn
D
You say I walk a line
Bb
Fuck, they move it every time
G
You walk a mile in my shoes
A
And then you tell me about singing the blues
[Pre-Chorus]
A
Ah, well, you get what you pay for
    G
And freedom's real high priced
A
And while your ripping off children
G
Somebody's fucking your wife
C
It's never made a difference
D
It's only how you survive
[Chorus]
           D Dsus4 D
I got the shotgun blues
C   F  C
Shotgun blues
  C             F                              C
I said, I don't know what I did, but I know I gotta move
            D Dsus4 D
I got the shotgun blues
C  F   C
Shotgun blues
C            F                                     C
I can't wait here forever, I got too much here to lose
[Verse 2]
D
An' now you ask me why
Bb
I said, "It's do or die"
G
I'll stick it right in your face
A
And then I'll put you in your motherfucking place
D
And you, you can suck my ass
Bb
An' I think it is so low class
G
Me? I'm just so concerned
A
I'm still waiting for your ass to burn
[Pre-Chorus]
A
Oh, you want a confrontation?
G
I'll give you every fucking chance
A
With your verbal masturbation
G
Me? I just like to dance
C
How's that for provocation?
D
I'm just making a stance
[Bridge]
         E           E/B
And I'm tired of the frustration
   C                     D
Of living inside of your lies
   E               E/B
And I am wired on indignation
  C                        D
I said, somebody's got to die
[Chorus]
            D Dsus4 D
I got the shotgun blues
C   F  C
Shotgun blues
  C             F                              C
I said, I don't know what I did, but I know I gotta move
           D Dsus4 D
I got the shotgun blues
C  F   C
Shotgun blues
C            F                                     C
I can't wait here forever, I got too much here to lose
[Chorus]
           D Dsus4 D
I got the shotgun blues
C    F  C
Shotgun blues
  C             F                             C
I said, I don't know what I did, but I know I gotta move
           D Dsus4 D
I got the shotgun blues
C  F   C
Shotgun blues
C            F                                     C
I can't wait here forever, I got too much here to lose
[Outro]
          C
You think anyone with an I.Q. over 15
C                                  C C A G
Would believe your shit, fuckhead?
D
Nothing but a fucking pussy

Shotgun Blues chords and lyrics

Free chords for Shotgun Blues by Guns N' Roses. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

[Chorus]
[Verse 1]
[Pre-Chorus]
[Chorus]
[Verse 2]
[Pre-Chorus]
[Bridge]
[Chorus]
[Chorus]
[Outro]

Shotgun Blues Chords by Guns N' Roses

Learn how to play Shotgun Blues by Guns N' Roses with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Shotgun Blues chords”, “Shotgun Blues guitar chords”, or “Guns N' Roses Shotgun Blues chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Shotgun Blues chords and for experienced players who want accurate Shotgun Blues lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include D, Dsus4, C, F, Bb, G.

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How do I play "Shotgun Blues" by Guns N' Roses on guitar?

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Can I transpose "Shotgun Blues" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Shotgun Blues" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Shotgun Blues"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Shotgun Blues" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Shotgun Blues" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Shotgun Blues" by Guns N' Roses with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Guns N' Roses below.

What key is "Shotgun Blues" in?

The chords for "Shotgun Blues" show the original chord names (including D, Dsus4, C, F, Bb, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.