Boathouse
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G C D Em
e 3 0 0 0 |
B 0 1 3 0 |
G 0 0 0 0 |
D 0 2 4 2 |
A 2 3 5 2 |
E 3 3 5 0 |
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Em C
Boathouse, coming down the river.
Em C
Boathouse, carrying my son.
Em C
Boathouse, carrying his mother.
D
You know she's the only one
C D
Caroline, my heart is aching.
Em C
But I can't quit this town.
C D
Caroline, my heartless drinking.
Em C
I can't quit this town.
C Em
So go on, wave goodbye.
Em C G D 4x
Em C
Haul out, packing up his suitcase,
Em C Em (Continue
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Haul out, crying like the rain.
Em C
Haul out, screaming "this ain't living".
D
And I know you're right.
C D
Caroline, I've been wondering
Em C
Why you didn't pick a better man
C D Em C
Caroline, my Mona Lisa still can't match your smile.
C Em
So go on, wave goodbye.
Em C
Boathouse, coming down the river.
Em C
Boathouse, carrying my love.
Em C
Boathouse, carry them to safety.
D
Up from the Mississippi mud.
C D G
Where I lost my love.
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How to play Boathouse
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. 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.