Tugboat chords by
Galaxie 500

1998•Alternative•181 views•

Key: G major•

Intro 1

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Verse 1

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I don't wanna stay at your party

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I don't wanna talk with your friends

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I don't wanna vote for your president

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I just wanna be your tugboat captain

Chorus 1

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There's a place I'd like to be

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The place I'd like to be

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The place I'd be happy

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The place I'd be happy

Interlude 1

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Verse 2

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I don't wanna stay at your party

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I don't wanna talk with your friends

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I don't wanna vote for your president

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I just wanna be your tugboat captain

Chorus 2

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The place I'd like to be

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The place I'd be happy

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The place I'd like to be

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The place I'd like to see

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The place I'd be happy

Interlude 2

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Outro 1

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Chords

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Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

The original key of Tugboat by Galaxie 500 is G major.

The primary chords used in Tugboat are G, C.

No capo is required for this song.

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

If the simplified chords are too easy, you can visit the original chords page for a more advanced arrangement.

The tempo of Tugboat is approximately 117 beats per minute.

You can easily change the key of Tugboat 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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