Chords with lyrics
Tuning: G C E A (G C E A) (Down one semitone for original key) Verse 1: G7 C F Well - I'm making fresh sail in weatherly craft C G But she ships in water afore of the mast C F Only a foot or so when driven hard G F C A flaw in the timbers overlooked in the yard
Verse 2: C F Yo ho keep the pitch hot C G Reclog the seams to hold back the rot C F And sing Yo ho she'll weather the storm G F C With proper care she'll take you right round the horn Interlude: C F C G C F G F C Verse 3: C F Well I ain't the first soul to have run aground C G Or get lost in the doldrums But what I have found C F Is when the sea's high and it comes unto blow G F C It's the savviest sailors who watch for a tow Verse 4: C F Yo ho put grog in our cups C G Unless you think alcohol has become a crutch C F When you feel far from land in an uncaring sea G F C Consult with a ship-mate or try CBT Interlude: C F C G C F G F C Outro: C F At risk of capsizing but so far afloat G F C Mental health is less grim if you pretend it's boats
