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Fort Worth Jail chords by
Ernest Tubb
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Key: G major
Intro 1
C
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Verse 1
C
C

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Way down in the Fort Worth Jailhouse,

feelin' kinda low
G
G

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C
C

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Nobody cares about me
G
G

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C
C

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Cause I ain't got no dog,

number five, so black and shiny
G
G

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C
C

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Took me off to jail, my good gal,

said so long daddy
G
G

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C
C

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Cause I can't go your bail all yonder

Put me in a cell so dreary
G
G

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Turn the lights down low,
C
C

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fed me beans and hardtack cornbread,
G
G

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C
C

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said they'd never let me go.

All you rambling men take warning,
G
G

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don't go near that big cow town,
C
C

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never trust a stockyard baby.
G
G

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C
C

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Oh, she'll always let you down.

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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

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Chords
  • C

  • G

Capo: No capo

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Fort Worth Jail?

The original key of Fort Worth Jail by Ernest Tubb is G major.

What are the main chords for Fort Worth Jail?

The primary chords used in Fort Worth Jail are C, G.

Do I need a capo to play Fort Worth Jail?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Fort Worth Jail beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like C, G, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Fort Worth Jail?

The tempo of Fort Worth Jail is approximately 98 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Fort Worth Jail?

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

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Is there a tuner available for Fort Worth Jail?

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 Ernest Tubb.

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