Calico Skies - Paul McCartney

Calico Skies

View chords used in this chart
The verse and intro of this song are based around the D chord and variants of D. The
chords and rhythm played during the intro are exactly the same during the verses. Tune a
half step down for the album version, or keep it in standard for the live version.
 
Intro:
D Dmaj7 D6 D Dsus4 D
D Dmaj7 D6 D D6 Dsus4
 
Verse 1:
It was written that I would love you
From the moment I opened my eyes
And the morning when I first saw you
Gave me life under Calico skies.
 
[Refrão]
D G
I will hold you
 
A Bm
For as long as you like
 
G
I'll hold you
 
A
For the rest of my life
 
Verse 2:
Always looking for ways to love you
Never failing to fight at your side
While the angels of love protect us
From the innermost secrets we hide
 
Chorus
 
Verse 3:
Long live all of us, crazy soldiers
Who were born under Calico skies
May we never be called to handle
All the weapons of war we despise
 
Chorus
 
Outro:
D G
I'll hold you
 
A Bm
For as long as you like
G
I'll love you
A D
For the rest of my, for the rest of my life
 
D Dmaj7 D6 D Dsus4 D
D Dmaj7 D6 D D6 Dsus4

How to play Calico Skies

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.

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