A Tape Of Memories
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Intro
A E A
Verse One
A
Here's a tape...for you to play,
E
while I can still fog a mirror.
You can play it...again and again,
A
when I am no longer here.
A
They're just little ditties,
A7 D
Just me and my banjo.
A
They're all here for 'ya,
E A
little stories...you should know.
Verse Two
A
There's a song about my mom and dad.
E
God rest their souls.
Songs of Illinois,
A
where we made our home.
A
There's songs that make me cry,
A7
when I hear the melo-(D )-dy.
A
And I saved them for 'ya,
E A
on this tape...of memo- -ries.
Verse Three
A
God gave me many things.
E
He's blessed me all my life.
So when the angels call me,
A
well...it will be all right.
A
So when you get the urge,
A7 D
and you find the time.
A
Play a little tune or two,
E A
when grandpa's on your mind.
D A
Just play a little tune or two,
E A
when I'm on your mind.
How to play A Tape Of Memories
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.