Across The Nile
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Capo 4
Intro: Bm A E D
Bm A E
Bm A
Wave your flag high above your head
E D
You deserve to smile, celebrate in style
Bm A E
Cause everything that depressed you now is gone
Bm A
And eighteen days while the world looked on
E D
You stood your ground, kept holding strong
Bm A E
Eighteen days while the world looked on
D Bm
Across the Nile there are stars tonight
A E
And they shine much brighter than before
D Bm
Across the Nile there's peace and love tonight
A E
And it shows much stronger than before
Bm A E D Bm A E
Much stronger than before
Bm A
Free and fair life they said it would be
E D
Cross our fingers, wait and see
Bm A E
And dream of a better day
Bm A
And across the world you've shown them all
E D
That hope and strength can conquer all
Bm A E
Will we stand together again?
D Bm
Across the Nile there are stars tonight
A E
And they shine much brighter than before
D Bm
Across the Nile there's peace and love tonight
A E
And it shows much stronger than before
Bm A E D Bm A E
Much stronger than before
D E
Hope and strength can conquer all
Bm
You've shown the world how the mighty fall
A E
And across the Nile there are stars
A
Much brighter than before
How to play Across The Nile
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bm. 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.