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Once A Gambler

Molly Hatchet

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Once A Gambler by Molly Hatchet in the key of D

Level: Beginner Decade: 1980s Genre: Rock Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Energetic / Aggressive View Lyrics Youtube 
Molly Hatchet - Once A Gambler

Intro
D

Verse
I'm GGoing From Town To Town Two-Fisted DrinkinD I'm Slammin' Them Down
I've GBeen To Every Part Of Town Looking For My Luck, Not Messin' ADround
Seen Every DWoman Around, She's A Meltdown
I ABet She's A Hustler, Only Trying To Take Me DDown
I GThink I'm A Rambler, But They Know I'm Really A Gambler In DisDguise
GRollin' The Dice Behind My Back, DRollin' It Twice I'm On The Attack
ASnake Eyes A-Blazin', I Go Crazy

Chorus
Once A DGambler GIn This Old Town
I'm Just A CRambler AWhen I'm Out Hanging Around
I Ain't No DGambler I GJust Fool Around
I Gotta CLeave My Mark And Get The Hell Outta This ATown

Interlude
D

Verse 2
I've GFaced The Best Sharpshooters And Been Dealt A Bad HDand
GI Ain't No Gambler But I Bet I'm The Best Around DTown
ADrinkin' Whiskey Tradin' Aces, Got Me A Full Hand In All The Right PlacDes
GOne Night I Caught A Man Looking Over My Shoulder DLooking At My Aces High
I GPulled Out My Six-Shooter Emptied It On The Thief
DPut Him Six Feet Underground It's The ALast Thing He Did To Me

Chorus 2
Once A DGambler GIn This Old Town
I'm Just A CRambler AWhen I'm Out Hanging Around
I Ain't No DGambler I GJust Fool Around
I Gotta CLeave My Mark And Get The Hell Outta This ATown
Once A DGambler GIn This Old Town
I'm Just A CRambler AWhen I'm Out Hanging Around
I Ain't No DGambler I GJust Fool Around
I Gotta CLeave My Mark And Get The Hell Outta This ATown

Solo
D G D G D
C G D A C G D A C G D

Verse 3
GThis Girl That Rode With Me A Sure Bet But My Bet Is Off The DTable
GLooking Back See The Light Looking Back I Played It Right
DWhen That Bet Was Surely Made I'll Have No Regrets
So I ABet She's A Hustler She's Only Trying To Take Me Down

Chorus 3
Once A DGambler GIn This Old Town
I'm Just A CRambler AWhen I'm Out Hanging Around
I Ain't No DGambler I GJust Fool Around
I Gotta CLeave My Mark And Get The Hell Outta This ATown
Once A DGambler GIn This Old Town
I'm Just A CRambler AWhen I'm Out Hanging Around
I Ain't No DGambler I GJust Fool Around
I Gotta CLeave My Mark And Get The Hell Outta This ATown
DOh Play It One Time Oh Yeah
Also available in: A (Original) C E G

FAQ

What are the chords for Once A Gambler?

The chords for Once A Gambler are: D, G, A, C

What is the original key of Once A Gambler?

The original key is A.

What is the difficulty of playing Once A Gambler?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play Once A Gambler in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can Once A Gambler be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play Once A Gambler on ukulele?

Chord Once A Gambler can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Once A Gambler?

Once A Gambler uses 4 chords: D, G, A, C

What is the easiest way to play Once A Gambler?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was Once A Gambler released in?

Once A Gambler was released in the 1980s. See more 1980s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Once A Gambler?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Once A Gambler to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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