Blue Moon
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Intro
D G Em C D G Em C
Blue Moon, you saw me standing alone
D G Em C
Without a dream in my heart
D G Em C D
Without a love of my own
G Em C D G Em C
Blue Moon, you knew just what I was there for
D G Em C
You heard me saying a prayer for
D G Em C D
Someone I really could care for
Am D G Em
And then there suddenly appeared before me
Am D G Em
The only one my arms will ever hold
Am D G Em
I heard somebody whisper, "Please adore me"
A7 D7
And when I looked, the moon had turned to gold
G Em C D G Em C
Blue Moon, now I'm no longer alone
D G Em C
Without a dream in my heart
D G Em C D G
Without a love of my own
How to play Blue Moon
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 D. 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.