Brother To The Blues
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G C G
Well I first saw the light of day 32 years ago
D7
And a lot of things have changed this is true
G C G
But there's one thing that stayed the same no matter where I go
D7 G
I've always been a brother to the blues
C G
I've traveled down the road that has no end
D7
I've fought the devil knowing I can't win
C G C
The life I lead is not the one I cho-ose
G D7 G
I've always been a brother to the blues
C G
People try to tell me I bring it on myself
D7
But all they've ever known is good news
G C G
So they can take their therapy just leave me alone
D7 G
I've always been a brother to the blues
C G
I've traveled down the road that has no end
D7
I've fought the devil knowing I can't win
C G C
The life I lead is not the one I cho-ose
G D7 G
I've always been a brother to the blues
C G
Daddy told me son nothing in this world is free
D7
And Lord I know I've had to pay my dues
G C G
But it don't matter what I think or what I think I've earned
D7 G
I've always been a brother to the blues
C G
I've traveled down the road that has no end
D7
I've fought the devil knowing I can't win
C G C
The life I lead is not the one I cho-ose
G D7 G
I've always been a brother to the blues
D7 G
I've always been a brother to the blues
How to play Brother To The Blues
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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.