Key: E
Introduction:
E
A mental shakedown (riff)
A E
I see my hands how they shiver, See my knees how they quiver
A B7
My whole body's in a jitter, I'm a havin' a nervous breakdown
E
Well, I went to see my doctor just the other day (guitar fill)
E
And I'm got to tell you what the man had to say (guitar fill)
A
Well, he said, "Hey boy, you just gotta slow down
E
You can't keep a traipsin' all over town
A
After givin' you a physical check
B7
I've come to the conclusion you're a total wreck"
E
I'm a havin' a nervous breakdown
E
A mental shakedown (Riff)
A E
I see my hands how they shiver, See my knees how they quiver
A B7
My whole body's in a jitter, I'm a havin' a nervous breakdown
E
I've made up my mind, I'd better change my ways (riff)
E
My shattered nerves have seen better days (riff)
A
Well, no more girls for a week or two
E
No more runnin' 'round with the usual crew
A
No more movies or stayin' out late
B7
My baby, have to find herself another date