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Once A Gambler

Molly Hatchet

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

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

Intro
E

Verse
I'm AGoing From Town To Town Two-Fisted DrinkinE I'm Slammin' Them Down
I've ABeen To Every Part Of Town Looking For My Luck, Not Messin' AEround
Seen Every EWoman Around, She's A Meltdown
I BBet She's A Hustler, Only Trying To Take Me EDown
I AThink I'm A Rambler, But They Know I'm Really A Gambler In DisEguise
ARollin' The Dice Behind My Back, ERollin' It Twice I'm On The Attack
BSnake Eyes A-Blazin', I Go Crazy

Chorus
Once A EGambler AIn This Old Town
I'm Just A DRambler BWhen I'm Out Hanging Around
I Ain't No EGambler I AJust Fool Around
I Gotta DLeave My Mark And Get The Hell Outta This BTown

Interlude
E

Verse 2
I've AFaced The Best Sharpshooters And Been Dealt A Bad HEand
AI Ain't No Gambler But I Bet I'm The Best Around ETown
BDrinkin' Whiskey Tradin' Aces, Got Me A Full Hand In All The Right PlacEes
AOne Night I Caught A Man Looking Over My Shoulder ELooking At My Aces High
I APulled Out My Six-Shooter Emptied It On The Thief
EPut Him Six Feet Underground It's The BLast Thing He Did To Me

Chorus 2
Once A EGambler AIn This Old Town
I'm Just A DRambler BWhen I'm Out Hanging Around
I Ain't No EGambler I AJust Fool Around
I Gotta DLeave My Mark And Get The Hell Outta This BTown
Once A EGambler AIn This Old Town
I'm Just A DRambler BWhen I'm Out Hanging Around
I Ain't No EGambler I AJust Fool Around
I Gotta DLeave My Mark And Get The Hell Outta This BTown

Solo
E A E A E
D A E B D A E B D A E

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

Chorus 3
Once A EGambler AIn This Old Town
I'm Just A DRambler BWhen I'm Out Hanging Around
I Ain't No EGambler I AJust Fool Around
I Gotta DLeave My Mark And Get The Hell Outta This BTown
Once A EGambler AIn This Old Town
I'm Just A DRambler BWhen I'm Out Hanging Around
I Ain't No EGambler I AJust Fool Around
I Gotta DLeave My Mark And Get The Hell Outta This BTown
EOh Play It One Time Oh Yeah
Also available in: A (Original) C D G

FAQ

What are the chords for Once A Gambler?

The chords for Once A Gambler are: E, A, B, D

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: E, A, B, D

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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