Artist
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Verse 1:
(Dm)Take me down to my boat on the river
I (C)need to go down, I (A)need to come down
(Dm)Take me back to my boat on the river
And (C)I won't cry out (Dm)anymore
Verse 2:
(Dm)Time stands still as I gaze in her waters
She (C)eases me down, (A)touching me gently
With the (Dm)waters that flow past my boat on the river
So (C)I won't cry out (Dm)anymore
Chorus 1:
Oh the (C)river is wide
The river it touches my (Dm)life
like the waves on the (G)sand
And (Gm)all roads lead to (Dm)tranquility base
Where the (E)frown on my face (A)disappears
(Dm)Take me back to my boat on the river
And (C)I won't cry out (Dm)anymore (instr.)
Chorus 2:
Oh the (C)river is deep
The river it touches my (Dm)life
like the waves on the (G)sand
And (Gm)all roads lead to (Dm)tranquility base
Where the (E)frown on my face (A)disappears
(Dm)Take me back to my boat on the river
And (C)I won't cry out (Dm)anymore
And (C)I won't cry out (Dm)anymore
And (A)I won't cry out (Dm)anymore.... (DmDmDm A-Dm)
NOTES:
- This is how I play 'Boat on the River' by Styx.
- The song is on their album 'Cornerstone'.
- This version: feb'98, enjoy! RobMichel@compuserve.com
Rob
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Dm. 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.