Ballad Of The Thresher

Chords4.85 votes
Listen on
YouTubeSpotifyApple Music
15
Original
Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams
[Intro]
Dm
[Verse]
F C Am
Oh, the Thresher, the finest atomic ship
G C
That ever dived for the sea
Bm Em
Each man on board was a volunteer
F Em D
Was there 'cause he chose there to be
[Chorus]
F C
Every man-jack on board was a hero
F C
Every man-jack on board there was brave
F Em Dm
Every man-jack on board was a hero
F Em D Dm
Each man risked a watery grave
[Verse]
F C Am
Oh, their wives and their sweethearts came down to port
G C
Their last fond goodbyes there to say
Bm Em F
Each tried her best to be tearless and brave
Em D
They promised to meet there some day
[Chorus]
F C
Every man-jack on board was a hero
F C
Every man-jack on board there was brave
F Em Dm
Every man-jack on board was a hero
F Em D Dm
Each man risked a watery grave
[Verse]
F C Am
Then "Dive" said the Captain, and we held our breath
G C
A sound like she'd broken in two
Bm Em F
That was the last we ever heard of her
Em D
Last word we had of her crew
[Chorus]
F C
Every man-jack on board was a hero
F C
Every man-jack on board there was brave
F Em Dm
Every man-jack on board was a hero
F Em D Dm
Each man risked a watery grave
[Verse]
F C Am
Oh, the Thresher, yes, now her reactor is still
G C
But very good company she keeps
Bm Em F
Men from the Lexington, Hornet, and the Wasp
Em D
Are down there with her in the deep
[Chorus]
F C
Every man-jack on board was a hero
F C
Every man-jack on board there was brave
F Em Dm
Every man-jack on board was a hero
F Em D Dm
Each man risked a watery grave

Ballad Of The Thresher chords and lyrics

Free chords for Ballad Of The Thresher by The Kingston Trio. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

[Intro]
Dm
[Verse]
[Chorus]
[Verse]
[Chorus]
[Verse]
[Chorus]
[Verse]
[Chorus]

Ballad Of The Thresher Chords by The Kingston Trio

Learn how to play Ballad Of The Thresher by The Kingston Trio with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Ballad Of The Thresher chords”, “Ballad Of The Thresher guitar chords”, or “The Kingston Trio Ballad Of The Thresher 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 Ballad Of The Thresher chords and for experienced players who want accurate Ballad Of The Thresher lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Dm, F, C, Am, G, Bm.

Frequently asked questions about Ballad Of The Thresher

How do I play "Ballad Of The Thresher" by The Kingston Trio on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Ballad Of The Thresher" by The Kingston Trio on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "Ballad Of The Thresher" by The Kingston Trio free?

Yes. The chords for "Ballad Of The Thresher" by The Kingston Trio are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Ballad Of The Thresher" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Ballad Of The Thresher"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Ballad Of The Thresher" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Ballad Of The Thresher" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Ballad Of The Thresher" by The Kingston Trio with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by The Kingston Trio below.

What key is "Ballad Of The Thresher" in?

The chords for "Ballad Of The Thresher" show the original chord names (including Dm, F, C, Am, G, Bm). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.

Ballad Of The Thresher Chords · The Kingston Trio