Archipelago - Exploring Birdsong
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[Verso 1]
Dm7 Ebadd2
Cut the line
Dm7 Fadd2
Don't keep me tethered
 
Dm7 Ebadd2
Cut it away
Dm7 Fadd2
A life well almost
 
Dm7 Ebadd2
You'll never know the difference
 
Dm7 Fadd2
 
Dm7 Ebadd2
Make me an island
Dm7 Fadd2
Unconquerable
 
Dm7 Ebadd2
Make me a fortress
Dm7 Fadd2
Impenetrable
 
Dm7 Ebadd2
I'd let the pain sleep and I swear I won't wake it
Dm7 Fadd2
You'd never know the sacrifices I'd make
 
Dm7 Ebadd2
I would forge my armour
Dm7 Fadd2
They'll never get in again
 
{Instrumental}
Gm7 Fadd2 Dm7 C (x4)
 
[Refrão]
Gm7 Bbadd2
Take
Fadd2 C
Your aim
Gm7 Bbadd2
Set this whole place aflame
C Gm7
Can't hurt me anyway
 
Gm7 Bbadd2
I carry your mark
Fadd2 C
For all time
Gm7 Bbadd2
What's left doesn't feel like mine
C Gm7
I'm begging, just cut the line
 
{Instrumental}
Gm7 Fadd2 Dm7 C (x4)
 
Outro
Gm7 Fadd2 Dm7 C (x3)
Gm7 Fadd2 Dm7 Ebmaj9

How to play Archipelago

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What is the starting chord?

The first identified chord is Dm7. 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.

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