Bluebird
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[Verso 1]
Am F C
We are gathered here today,
G Am F C
To mourn the loss of all those who have lost their way,
G Am F C
Who knew there was something better, but were afraid,
G Am F C
And thought they had to settle for the pain.
Interlude
G Am F C
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G Am F C
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[Verso 2]
G Am F C
You just wanted to be free,
G Am F C
From living in a constant state of grief,
G Am F C
Swimming at the edge of empathy,
G Am F C
I wish you had shared that weight with me.
Interlude
G Am F C
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G Am F C
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[Verso 3]
G Am F C
I wish I could call you up,
G Am F C
And tell you that you’re loved more than you thought,
G Am F C
That nothing lasts forever, pain will end,
Dm Am F C
That I will always be here as your friend.
Interlude
G7 Am F C
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G Am F C
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G Am F C
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G Am F C
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Instrumental
Dm Am F C
G Am F C C
Outro
Am F C
I wish I could call you up,
G Am F C
And tell you that you’re loved more than you thought.
How to play Bluebird
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 Am. 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.