Autumn Leaves
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Gm7 C7
The falling leaves
F7M Bb7M
Drift by the window
Em7(5-) A7
The autumn leaves
Dm7 Dm6
Of red and gold
[Segunda Parte]
Gm7 C7
I see your lips
F7M Bb7M
The summer kisses
Em7(5-) A7
The sunburned hands
Dm7 Dm6
I used to hold
[Ponte]
Em7(5-) A7
Since you went away
Dm7 Dm6
The days grow long
Gm7 C7
And soon I'll hear
F7M Bb7M
Old winter's song
Em7(5-) A7 Dm7 ( Dm7 G7 Cm7 F7 )
But I miss you most of all my darling
Em7(5-) A7
When autumn leaves
Dm7
Start to fall
How to play Autumn Leaves
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Gm7. 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.