Blue Christmas
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I'll have a blue Christmas without you; F C7
I'll be so blue thinking about you. Gm C7 F
Decorations of red Cm D7 Cm
on a green Christmas tree D7 Gm D7 Gm
Won't mean a thing if G7
you're not here with me C7 Bb B C
I'll have a blue Christmas, that's certain; F C7
And when that blue heart-ache starts hurtin', Gm C7 F
You'll be doin' all right Cm D7 Cm
with your Christmas of white, D7 Gm D7 Abdim
But I'll have a blue, blue Christmas. C7 F, Fdim F
How to play Blue Christmas
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 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.