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When The Well Runs Dry chords by
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Key: D major
Intro 1
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Verse 1
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It's all lit up

like Christmas,
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there's a skyline aflame
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The metal halide lights up the prairie night
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on the way out to the flames

Out on the low horizon,
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the sun_ rise burns my eyes
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E

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Shining on for the tanks
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and the flat_ beds hauling pipes
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We all need the money, babe,
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A

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and I can_ 't lie
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G

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There's no time to wonder
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D

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what'll happen
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A

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when the well runs dry

This whole town's made of trailers
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D

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and the train_ s stretch two miles long
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Some guys phone the money home
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or they drink until it's gone
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Ranch hands learn to roughneck
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And the men line up to work
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There's an_ other boom

but there ain't no room
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So they sleep out in their truck_ s
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We all need the money, babe
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And I can't lie
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There's no time to wonder
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what'll happen
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A

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The well runs dry
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Sometimes I feel like I'm turning the wheel
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My dad took me down to

an old ghost town
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when I was five years old
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Where the miners bled

with their dreams in their heads
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D

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until the river ran out of gold
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I look over miles of burning rigs
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and God knows how much it's worth
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Then the stars go black
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and the sun comes back
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and it's time to go to work
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We all need the money, babe,
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A

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and I can't lie
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There's no time to wonder
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what'll happen
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A

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when the well run_ s dry
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D

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We all need the money
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A

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babe, and I can't lie
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And there's no time to
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wonder what'll happen
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when the well runs dry

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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

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Chords
  • D

  • A

  • E

  • G

Capo: No capo

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of When The Well Runs Dry?

The original key of When The Well Runs Dry by Steep Canyon Rangers is D major.

What are the main chords for When The Well Runs Dry?

The primary chords used in When The Well Runs Dry are D, A, E, G.

Do I need a capo to play When The Well Runs Dry?

No capo is required for this song.

Is When The Well Runs Dry beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of When The Well Runs Dry?

The tempo of When The Well Runs Dry is approximately 140 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for When The Well Runs Dry?

You can easily change the key of When The Well Runs Dry 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 When The Well Runs Dry?

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

Is there a tuner available for When The Well Runs Dry?

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 Steep Canyon Rangers.

Can I save When The Well Runs Dry to play later?

Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add When The Well Runs Dry to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.

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