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It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry

Bob Dylan

04:05

G#G#7C#D#D#m

How to play It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry on guitar

It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry by Bob Dylan uses 5 chords: G#, G#7, C#, D#, D#m. It's a relatively easy song — great for guitarists at any level.

DifficultyEasy
Duration04:05
Chords5
G# G# G#(music) Well, I ride on a mail train, babe. Can't buy a thrill.G#Well, I've been up all night leanin' on theG#windowsill. Well, if IG#7dieC#on top of theD#hill.D#mAndG#if I don't make it, you know my babyG#will. Don't the moon look good, mama? Shining through the trees. Don't the brakeman look good, mama? Flaggin' down the Double E's.G#7Don'tG#the sunG#7look goodC#going down overD#the sea? ButG#don't my gal look fine when she's comin' after me.C# G# C# G#(harmonica and guitar duet)
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What chords are in It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry by Bob Dylan?

It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry by Bob Dylan uses 5 chords: G#, G#7, C#, D#, D#m. These chords cover the full arrangement of the song.

Do I need a capo to play It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry by Bob Dylan?

A capo on fret 1 is the most popular way to play It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 1, you'd play G, G7, C, D, Dm, which is the easiest way to play the song. You can also play it without a capo using the original chord shapes. To play the full arrangement with a capo or customize it to your preferences, download the Strum app.

Is It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry hard to play on guitar?

It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry is a relatively easy song to play on guitar. With 5 chords (G#, G#7, C#, D#, D#m), even beginners can get a handle on it with consistent practice. Focus on smooth chord transitions and keeping a steady strumming rhythm.

Can a beginner play It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry on guitar?

Yes — It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry is a great beginner guitar song. It only uses 5 chords, keeping the arrangement accessible while you're still building technique. Practice each chord shape on its own before working on transitions between them.

How long is It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry by Bob Dylan?

It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry by Bob Dylan is 04:05 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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