Bill Bailey
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Intro F D7 Gm7 C7 F D7 Gm7 C7
Dm
On one summer’s day sun was shinin’ fine
F
The lady love of old Bill Balley
A7 Dm Cdim F
Was hanging clothes on the line in her backyard
F9
And weepin hard she Married a B and O brakeman
F
Than took and throwed her down bellering like a prunefed calf
A7 Dm
With a big gang hanging round
Cdim
And to the crowd
F C7
She yelled out loud
Dm
Won’t you come home Bill Bailey
F
Won’t you come home
A7 Dm Cdim F
She moans the whole day long I’ll to the cooking
F9
Darling I’ll pay the rent I know I’ve done you wrong
F
Member that rayner ever that I drove you out
A7 Dm
With nothing but a fine tooth comb
Cdim
I know I’m to Blame
F C7
Well ain’t that a shame
Dm
Bill Bailey won’t you please come
How to play Bill Bailey
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is F. 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.