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The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig) chords by
Captain Beefheart
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Key: D major•
Intro 1
Eb
Eb
6

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D
D

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Verse 1
D
D

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Dm
Dm

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Come on down t' the big dig
D
D

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Come on down t' the big dig
Dm
Dm

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D
D

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Dm
Dm

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D
D

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Dm
Dm

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Come on t' the big dig
D
D

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Dm
Dm

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Singin' the Smithsonian

Institute blues
Eb
Eb
6

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Dm
Dm

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Singin' the Smithsonian Institute blues

The way it's goin' La Brea tar pits
D
D

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I know you just can't lose
Dm
Dm

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The new dinosaur is walkin'
D
D

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in the old one's shoes
Dm
Dm

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Come on down t' the big dig
D
D

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Can't get around the big dig
Dm
Dm

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This may be premature but if I'm wrong
D
D

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A
A

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You can just say it's the first time I was
Em
Em

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happy t' be confused
A
A

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Singin' the Smithsonian Institute
Em
Em

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A
A

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Em
Em

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A

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Em

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A

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Em
Em

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blues
F#m
F#m
2

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D

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A

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Alll you new dinosaurs
F#m
F#m
2

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A
A

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D

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F#m
F#m
2

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F#
F#
2

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A

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D

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G

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Now it's up t' you t' choose
D
D

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It sure looks funny for a new dinosaur
Dm
Dm

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G

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D
D

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T' be in an old dinosaur's shoes
Dm
Dm

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D

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Dina Shore's shoes
Dm
Dm

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Dinosaur shoes
D
D

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C'mon down to the big dig

You can't get around the big dig
G
G

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D

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Dm
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C'mon to the big dig
D
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Dm

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Ya can't get around the big dig
G
G

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Singin' the Smithsonian Institute blues

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Chords

  • Eb

    6

  • D

  • Dm

  • A

  • Em

  • F#m

    2

  • F#

    2

  • G

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig)?

The original key of The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig) by Captain Beefheart is D major.

What are the main chords for The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig)?

The primary chords used in The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig) are Eb, D, Dm, A, Em, F#m.

Do I need a capo to play The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig)?

No capo is required for this song.

Is The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig) beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig)?

The tempo of The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig) is approximately 140 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig)?

You can easily change the key of The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig) 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 The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig)?

Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig). This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Is there a tuner available for The Smithsonian Institute Blues (Or The Big Dig)?

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 Captain Beefheart.

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