A Lonely Violin
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E F#m7
Oh... What it is to be lonely
B7 E
Deep in the green grass of the valley of fear.
C#m B7 E
One time long ago, I tried so hard to reach you,
B7 E B7 E
A song I tried to teach you but you were never there.
E F#m7
Deep in the sleep I'm under,
B7 E
There is the sound of a lonely violin.
C#m B7 E
Not even now there's nothing I'd be taking.
B7 E B7 E
What world am I forsaking when you were never there?
E B7 E
Now let it all begin.
B7 E
I wanna hear it now, let it all begin.
B7 E
Bring me the sound of a lonely violin.
How to play A Lonely Violin
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.