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Scorpio Red

The Holy Mackerel

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Scorpio Red by The Holy Mackerel in the key of E

Level: Beginner Decade: 1960s Genre: Rock Theme: Romance Mood: Energetic / Aggressive View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
Em Am B

Verse 1
EmBorn At The Edge Of AmWinter
AmShe Was BNovember’s Child
EmUnder The Sign Of The SAmcorpio
AmShe Was BBound To Be Wild
AmHold Her And Love Her
EmStill She’s A Stranger
BThe Red Headed Lady Just Will Not Be EmTamed
AmThough You May Need Her EmDon’t Try To Lead Her
BThis Is The Lady They Named

Chorus
BScor Pi O EmRed     Am​
AmScor Pi O EmRed     Am​
AmScor Pi O EmRed     Am    B​

Verse 2
EmWearing A Robe That Is AmEmerald Green She Can Make A BMan Bow
EmSome Say The Cat That SAmhe Carries About Is Like BHer Somehow
AmMen Will Pursue Her EmWanting To Do Her
BFavors And Errands But She Will Have EmNone
AmLaughing At Money EmRiches Seem Funny
BHeaven And Hell May Just Want

Chorus
BScor Pi O EmRed     Am​
AmScor Pi O EmRed     Am​
AmScor Pi O EmRed     Am    B​

Bridge
BWas A EmTime She AmBelonged To BMe
BWas A EmTime She AmBelonged To BMe

Verse 1
AmSunlight’s Her Right Light For Loves That She
EmGiving Herself To Me
BHer Hair Falling Over My Pillow
Like A EmCrimson AmWaterfEmall
AmMaking No Promise To Stay
EmI Knew She’d Leave Me Someday
BI’d Wake Alone In The Morning And That Would Be All

Chorus
BOf Scor Pi O EmRed    Am​
AmScor Pi O EmRed     Am​
AmScor Pi O EmRed     Am    B​
Also available in: Am (Original) C D G

FAQ

What are the chords for Scorpio Red?

The chords for Scorpio Red are: Em, Am, B

What is the original key of Scorpio Red?

The original key is Am.

What is the difficulty of playing Scorpio Red?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play Scorpio Red in another key?

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

Can Scorpio Red be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Scorpio Red on ukulele?

Chord Scorpio Red can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Scorpio Red?

Scorpio Red uses 3 chords: Em, Am, B

What is the easiest way to play Scorpio Red?

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 Scorpio Red released in?

Scorpio Red was released in the 1960s. See more 1960s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Scorpio Red?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Scorpio Red 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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