Black Cat (Cross My Path Today) chords by
Lonnie Donegan

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Key: E major•

Intro 1

E

E

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A

A

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F#

F#

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A

A

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Verse 1

E

E

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A black cat crossed my path

B

B

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E

E

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first thing today

A

A

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Nex_ t thing I knew

E

E

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B

B

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E

E

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my baby left an_ d went away

B

B

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E

E

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Baby, my baby was happy,

swingin' as could be

When I wasn't kissin' her,

A

A

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F#m

F#m

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B

B

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E

E

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she was kissin' me

B

B

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E

E

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Everything was swingin' along,

I thought I had it made

We both agreed on everything

F#m

F#m

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A

A

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that the other did or say

E

E

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Till that old black cat crossed my path

First thing today,

B

B

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that old black cat crossed my path

First thing today,

E

E

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swinging his black hat on my back

A

A

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First thing today,

next thing I knew,

E

E

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F#

F#

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A

A

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B

B

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G#

G#

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C#m

C#m

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E

E

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B

B

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E

E

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my baby left an_ d went away

B

B

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E

E

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C#m

C#m

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E

E

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B

B

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A

A

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E

E

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A

A

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E

E

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F#

F#

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B

B

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E

E

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A

A

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F

F

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I've been callin' my baby,

I found out where she's at

I asked her when she'd be back home,

Bb

Bb

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F

F

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but she wouldn't an_ swer that

I've just received a telegram

to bring me happy net

She'll arrive at half -past five

G

G

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F

F

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Bb

Bb

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on the cannonballing straight_ _ way

F

F

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Black Cat,

don't you cross my path today

C

C

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Black Cat,

G

G

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F

F

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don't you cross my path again

Black Cat, don't you cross my path again

Bb

Bb

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F

F

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Cause if you do,

C

C

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F

F

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I've got a grave to put you in

Cause if you do,

G

G

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F

F

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all your nine lives won't help you then

Cause if you do,

G

G

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F

F

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I got a grave to put you in_

Outro 1

F

F

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Chords

E
A
F#
B
F#m
G#
C#m
F
Bb
G
C

Capo: 2

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Black Cat (Cross My Path Today)?

The original key of Black Cat (Cross My Path Today) by Lonnie Donegan is E major.

What are the main chords for Black Cat (Cross My Path Today)?

The primary chords used in Black Cat (Cross My Path Today) are E, A, F#, B, F#m, G#.

Do I need a capo to play Black Cat (Cross My Path Today)?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.

Is Black Cat (Cross My Path Today) beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like E, A, F#, B, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Black Cat (Cross My Path Today)?

The tempo of Black Cat (Cross My Path Today) is approximately 176 beats per minute.

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