The Jack

by AC/DC
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Lyrics

She (CN.C.)gave me the (E7)queen,

Pok she er gave me the king, ture.

she was wheel in’ and deal in’,

if just she do in’ her thing.

you.

She was hold in’ a (A7)pair,

but I had to try.

She Her could deuce was wild,

but my ace was high.

But (E7)how was I to know that she’d been dealt with be fore?

Said she nev er had a full house,

but I should have known from the (A7)tat too on her left leg and the gar ter on her right And if she’d have the card to bring me down if she played it right.

She’s got the (E7)jack.

She’s got the jack,

she’s got the jack,

she’s got the jack.

She’s got the (A7)jack,

she’s got the jack,

she’s got the (E7)jack,

she’s got the jack.

She’s got the (B7)jack, jack, jack, jack, (A7)jack, jack, jack, she’s got the (E7)jack.

Pok er face was her

She’s got the (E7)jack,

she’s got the jack,

she’s got the jack,

she’s got the jack.

She’s got the (A7)jack,

she’s got the jack,

she’s got the (E7)jack,

she’s got the jack.

She’s got the (B7)jack, jack, jack, jack, (A7)jack, jack, jack, she’s got the (E7)jack,

she’s got the jack.

She’s got the (E7)jack,

she’s got the jack,

she’s got the jack,

she’s got the jack.

She’s got the (A7)jack,

she’s got the jack,

she’s got the (E7)jack,

she’s got the jack.

She’s got the (B7)jack, jack, jack, jack, (A7)jack, jack, jack, she’s got the (E7)jack,

she’s got the jack.

She’s got the (E7)jack.

The Jack — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "The Jack" by AC/DC: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of E, 76 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “The Jack”

What key is "The Jack" by AC/DC played in?
The Jack is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Jack"?
The arrangement plays at 76 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "The Jack" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "The Jack"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "The Jack"?
"The Jack" was originally performed by AC/DC. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "The Jack"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: A7, B7, C, E7, F7.
What other songs by AC/DC can I play here?
Try "THUNDERSTRUCK", "BACK IN BLACK", "DIRTY DEEDS DONE DIRT CHEAP". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "The Jack" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "The Jack" by AC/DC. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "The Jack" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in E, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "The Jack" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.