The Makin's Of A Song--performed by Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson
from the album "If I Can Find a Clean Shirt"
10/23/05


CAPO I


INTRO: A


(Waylon):
A
Before you pack your suitcase, call your mama
A
Up to now she's taught you all you need to know
E
Just look at me as kinda like your daddy
E                                 A
Teachin' you the old rules of the road


(Willie):
You won't be no superstar tomorrow
You've got to take the time to pay your dues
When you start to feel at home out on the highway
You're damn sure qualified to sing the blues


CHORUS:
D                               A
Always send the big guy for the money
      D                            A
Don't give 'em no excuse to do you wrong
D                                   A      F#m
Even when you lose you're still the winner
E                                    A
At least you've got the makin's of a song


E  A


(Willie):
DOn't compromise your feelings when they matter
They'll come back to haunt you don't you know
(Waylon):
The songs you sing today you'll sing tomorrow
If you don't give up the music for the show


CHORUS

E                                    A
At least you've got the makin's of a song