Burning For Me - Strawbs

Burning For Me

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Intro: Em C D Em C D Em
 
C
There's a house on the headland
Em D C
Overlooking the sea
D Em C
They're burning a lantern by day and by night
Em C D
It is burning for me
 
Em C
There's a fire on the far hill
Em D C
It's a warning to be
D Em C
They're burning a beacon by day and by night
Em C D Em D
It is burning for me
 
Bridge:
C Bm
I long to feel the anchor down
C D Em
When they ring the harbour bell
C G
It's good to be back home again
C D E
And know that all is well
F# G
And when the stormy southern seas
A B
Are running wild and free
D Em
You light a lamp of love at home
 
It is burning for me
 
C D Em C D
 
Em C
There's a light in the distance
Em D C
It is easy to see
D Em C
They're burning a candle by day and by night
E C
It is burning for me
D
It is burning for me
 
OUTRO:
Em C D Em C D Em C D Em C D

How to play Burning For Me

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What is the starting chord?

The first identified chord is Em. 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.

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