Last Train To Clarksville chords
by The Monkees- Last Train To Clarksville was written by Tommy Boyce and Bobby hart, American Duo - American duo of singer-songwriters.
- Single Release: August 16, 1966
- Almum: The Monkees
- Music: Key of G Major in 2/2 time at 98 bpm (𝅗𝅥)
- Chords: G, G11, C7, D, Fadd9
- Guitar Riff: See TAB for the first 8 bars of Intro below.
Chart Legend
Barre Line: One finger holds down multiple strings R: Root Note
Unmarked strings: Play open X: Don't play string B: Bass Note
Last Train To Clarksville
Intro Tab:
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G
Intro: 2/2 | | % | % | % | % | % | % | % |
(Take the)
G
1. Take the last train to Clarks-ville
And I'll meet you at the sta-tion
You can be be here by four thir-ty
'Cause I've made your re-ser-va-tion
C7
Don't be slow
Oh, no, no, no
Oh, no, no, no
G
2.'Cause I'm leav-in' in the morn-ing
And I must see you a-gain
We'll have one more night to-ge-ther
'Til the morn-ing brings my train
C7
And I must go
Oh, no, no, no
Oh, no, no, no
D G
And I don't know If I'm e-ver com-ing | home | % | % | % |
(Take the)
G
3. Take the last train to Clarks-ville
I'll be wait-ing at the sta-tion
We'll have time for cof-fee fla-vored kis-ses
C7
And a bit of con-ver-sa-tion Oh
Oh, no, no, no
Oh, no, no, no
G
Interlude: Do do do do do do do do
Fadd9
Do do do do do do do do
G Fadd9
Do do do do do do do do... Do
G
Do do do do do do do do
Fadd9
Do do do do do do do do
G Fadd9
Do do do do do do do do... Do
G
4. Take the last train to Clarks-ville
Now I must hang up the phone
I can't hear you in this
Noi-sy rail-road sta-tion, all a-lone
C7
I'm feel-in' low
Oh, no, no, no
Oh, no, no, no
D G
And I don't know if I'm e-ver com-ing home
G G11 G G11 G G11 G G11
| home | | | | | | | |
Oh...
G G11 G G11 G G11 G G11
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Oh...
G
5. Take the last train to Clarks-ville
And I'll meet you at the sta-tion
You can be be here by four thir-ty
'Cause I made your re-ser-va-tion
C7
Don't be slow
Oh, no, no, no
Oh, no, no, no
D G
And I don't know If I'm e-ver com-ing | home | % | % | % |
(Take the)
G
Outro: Take the last train to Clarks-ville
G
Take the last train to Clarks-ville
G
Take the last train to Clarks-ville
G
Take the last train to Clarks-ville...(repeat to fade)
Notes
The easiest transition from G to G11, is to pay the G chord using fingers 2,3, and 4, and then simply place the first finger over the first 2 strings on fret 1 when playing G11.
There are many ways to play G11, but this voicing is perhaps the easiest in this situation.
The Riff is played over the G chord, during the Intro, Verses, and Outro - sounds great!
All chords in this song are very easy to play including the Riff - a great song for beginners.
The Monkees
Originated: Los Angeles, California, US
Members: Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork Davy, Jones
Years active: 1966–1970, 1986–1989, 1996–1997, 2001–2002, 2010–2021
Music Styles: Pop rock, rock, bubblegum, psychedelia
The Monkees were a popular American band formed in Los Angeles in 1966, initially for a television show of the same name. Comprised of members Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork, and Davy Jones, The Monkees quickly became a cultural phenomenon with their unique blend of music, comedy, and television antics.
While initially conceived as a manufactured group for the TV series, The Monkees soon proved themselves as talented musicians and songwriters. Their music ranged from upbeat pop-rock to more experimental and psychedelic sounds, influenced by the trends of the 1960s.
Their debut single, "Last Train to Clarksville," topped the charts in 1966, followed by a string of hits including "I'm a Believer," "Daydream Believer," and "Pleasant Valley Sunday." The band released a series of successful albums, showcasing their versatility and musical range.
Despite their initial success, The Monkees faced internal tensions and struggles with their manufactured image. They eventually disbanded in the early 1970s but continued to reunite for tours and recordings over the years.
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- Last Train to Clarksville
