American Dreamer
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A F#m D A
Think of all the things that money can buy
A F#m D A
A ranch in the mountains and a pleasure for your eye
A home you can call your own
D A D A
Then maybe think of all the things that a dollar bill won't bring
D A D E A F#m D A
Like someone to hold you close and a song for you to sing
A F#m D A
And then think of all the years that it takes to be a fool
A F#m D A
Like the lessons you learn in a lifetime like your lifetime was a
school
F#m D A
And then think of all the things that don't turn out what they seem
F#m, D E A F#m D A
Like the love you thought you owned in the American dream
A D A
The American dreamer sometimes a thinker sometimes a schemer
D A
Sometimes a child sometimes a wise man
F#m D A
A lonely sole a great extremer
D E A F#m D A
But none the less the American Dreamer
How to play American Dreamer
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
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.