The Greens

Here we go!  This will be the first in a series of tunes which have not been released yet. I hope to offer some insight into their background,  as well as audio samples of the demo tracks included.
   The first tune is "The Greens". A relatively nonsensical version of the blues. In a discussion with my grandson about the juvenile detention system, I explained that while in custody, the only food on the menu is broccoli! My version of scared straight. While I have no fear of him becoming a delinquent, I think this bit of misinformation should seal the deal. 
  I'm working on a demo version to be posted soon. Have fun, and stay healthy!
    I've included chords and lyrics, feel free to work it out for yourselves. It will be a hit at your next open mic!

Intro: E A E Bb7 E
E                                        A  
I woke up this morning, I was feeling pretty mean 
E                                       Bb7
Last night at the table, it was such an ugly scene
E                                    A
I sat down for dinner, much to my surprise
E                                       Bb7                             E
My plate was filled with Greens instead of fries

A                                 E
I've got the Greens, I've Got the Greens
A                                                             Bb7
Kid, you sit there at the table til you lick that platter clean
E                                                   A
The blues they aint no picnic, but the saddest thing I've ever seen
E                                Bb7                      E
Is a kid stuck at the table with the greens


I've heard those old men crying, about holes in both their shoes
I know that it aint easy, when you were born to lose
I sympathize completely, with all that they have seen
But they don't know losing, until they've had the greens


Chorus:
A                                               E
That Broccoli's real cute, the way it looks like little trees
A                                                       Bb7
But what about those little dogs, who stop by them to ___
Peas! Yuk


Well the moral to this story, is kind of plain to see
My Mom was trying to tell me, the greens were good for me
It's a story of survival, so I'll share one little tip
A half a pound of butter, can get those greens right through your lips


Chorus:

  Here's a Soundcloud Link of the  Demo version of  "The Greens"