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Bad Car chords by
Brandy Clark
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Key: Bb major•
Intro 1
G
G

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C
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G
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Verse 1
G
G

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I know it's a bad car,

I know it's a piece of junk
C
C

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G
G

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I know the best tire on it, is in the trunk

Just when you start to pass,

it always starts to shake
C
C

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'Cause over 55, it's a bitch
G
G

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to drive on the interstate
Verse 2
Am
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G
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Yeah, it's broke- down more than it runs
Am
Am

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But I'm broke- down
G
G

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knowing that it's done
Verse 3
C
C

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It witnessed all those tears
G
G

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nobody ever saw me cry
C
C

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When I broke the law through
Bm
Bm
2

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Arkansas to tell my dad goodbye
C
C

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It didn't get there pretty,
Bm
Bm
2

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but it got me there that day
Am
Am

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D
D

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So I'm a little sad to see it roll away
Verse 4
G
G

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I know it's a bad car,

I know that the windshield's cracked
C
C

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G
G

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When it isn't leaking oil, it's leaking gas

It always needs a jump,

it always needs Freon
C
C

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Yeah, there's death and taxes,
G
G

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and the check engine light blinkin' on
Verse 5
C
C

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But it heard the first bad word that
G
G

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my firstborn ever said
C
C

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Running late when I hit the brakes
Bm
Bm
2

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at a yellow turning red
C
C

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There's still Kool- Aid on the console
Bm
Bm
2

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that reminds me of that day
Am
Am

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So I'm a little sad to see it roll away,
D
D

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roll away
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Am

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Verse 6
G
G

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D
D

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Bm
Bm
2

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C
C

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It knows more of my secrets,
Bm
Bm
2

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than I'll ever tell
Am
Am

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So to keep from crying, as they tow it away
Verse 7

I tell myself
D
D

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G
G

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I know it's a bad car,

I know it's a piece of junk
C
C

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G
G

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I know the best tire on it, is in the trunk

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Chords

  • G

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  • Am

  • Bm

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  • D

Capo: 3

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Bad Car?

The original key of Bad Car by Brandy Clark is Bb major.

What are the main chords for Bad Car?

The primary chords used in Bad Car are Bb, Eb, Cm, Dm, F.

Do I need a capo to play Bad Car?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 3 fret.

Is Bad Car beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Bb, Eb, Cm, Dm, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Bad Car?

The tempo of Bad Car is approximately 73 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Bad Car?

You can easily change the key of Bad Car using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

Can I print the guitar chords for Bad Car?

Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Bad Car. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Is there a tuner available for Bad Car?

Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with Brandy Clark.

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