The song follows a simple, driving two-chord structure for most of the verses: Verse: Bb – F (repeated).
The TopPop performance was recorded on . It features Emmylou Harris backed by her legendary "Hot Band," widely considered one of the finest backing groups in country-rock history. Artist: Emmylou Harris. The Hot Band Lineup: Albert Lee: Lead guitar. Glen D. Hardin: Piano. Hank DeVito: Pedal steel guitar. Emory Gordy Jr.: Bass. John Ware: Drums. Rodney Crowell: Rhythm guitar and backing vocals. Musical Structure & Chords The song follows a simple, driving two-chord structure
"C'est la vie," say the old folks, it goes to show you never can tell. ( F – Bb ). Lyric Summary & Meaning Emmylou Harris “(You Never Can Tell) C'est La Vie” Artist: Emmylou Harris
Emmylou’s version is a country-rock adaptation of Chuck Berry's original, notably adding a flair (provided by Ricky Skaggs on the studio recording). Tempo: Approximately 142 BPM . Key: Typically played in F major . Capo Guide: Hardin: Piano