e|--7---7---7---7---7---7---5---4----| B|----5---5---5---5---5---5---5---5--| G|-----------------------------------| D|-----------------------------------| A|-----------------------------------| E|-----------------------------------| Intro: Verse 1 Well they tied that yellow ribbon round the oak tree. They've worn out all the prayer in their hearts. All along thought they were routing for the home team, As they're sent to the game and torn apart. We twist this tourniquet upon the pipeline, That he carries all the pain in the world. As we blindly clap and cheer from the sidelines It's clear, on a losing streak from the very start. And that's where they found me, In the cemetery. A smoking gun in my hand, Now I'm damned for the land of the free. Sing with me, The american scream. Intro: Verse 2 They took that faded ribbon off the oak tree. They've worn out all the hope in their hearts. All along thought I was doing the right thing, Now I'm lying in a pool of my blood. And that's where they found me, In the cemetery. A smoking gun in my hand, Now I'm damned for the land of the free. Sing with me, And that's where they found me, In the cemetery. A smoking gun in my hand, Now I'm damned for the land of the free. Sing with me, Bridge (Solo) The american scream. The american scream. And that's where they found me, In the cemetery. A smoking gun in my hand, Now I'm damned for the land of the free. Sing with me, The american scream.

Watch the song video
Top songs from Alkaline Trio
Playground Sessions Course Banner
Did you ever dreamed on playing piano?

Playground Sessions is a revolutionary new way to learn music and play the piano. No more boring courses. The adaptive videos automatically adjust to your skill level. Plus, you’ll receive regular feedback on your progress each week, plus a personal training plan from a professional piano teacher.

Start to play the piano instantly - and have fun doing it!