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Washing Machine Heart


"Washing Machine Heart" is a song by Japanese-American singer-songwriter Mitski. The song is in the key of D major. It was released as a part of her 2018 album "Be the Cowboy". Mitski herself wrote and composed the song. Interestingly, the song became somewhat of an internet phenomenon, particularly on TikTok, where a dance challenge was created for it. The melody of "Washing Machine Heart" has a catchy and energetic vibe, characterized by a blend of indie rock and punk elements, with Mitski's signature emotive vocals shining through.

escala: A major
Washing Machine Heart - Mitski

C# E F# E F# D C# b C# a b C# C# a
Toss your dirty shoes in my washing machine heart
g# a b C# D D E D C#
Baby , bang it up inside
C# F# E F# D C# b C# a b C# a
I'm not wearing my usual lipstick
g# a b C# D D E D C#
I thought maybe we would kiss tonight

A G# F# C# D E D C# a b C#
Baby , will you kiss me already? And
C# E F# E F# D C# b C# a b C# C# a
Toss your dirty shoes in my washing machine heart
g# a b C# D D E D C#
Baby , bang it up inside


A G# F# C# D E D C# a b C#
Baby , though I've closed my eyes
F# E D C# b b f# C# C#
I know who you pretend I am
F# E D C# b b f# C# C#
I know who you pretend I am

A C# G# . . .
But do mi ti
F# . . . a a E . . .
Why not me?
D . . . E D C#
Why not me?

A C# G# . . .
But do mi ti
F# . . . a a E . . .
Why not me?
D . . . E D C#
Why not me?

A C# G# . . .
But do mi ti
F# . . . a a E . . .
Why not me?
D . . . E D C#
Why not me?