Carolina Moon
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Intro: A7 Gdim Am7 D7
G G7 C Cm6
Carolina moon, keep shining,
G D7 G Am7 D7
Shining on the one who waits for me
G G7 C Cm6
Carolina moon, I'm pining
G D7 G
Pining for the place I long to be
Bridge
C
How I'm hoping tonight you'll go
G E7
Go to the right window
A7 Gdim Am7 D7 D7/13-
Scatter your light, say I'm all right, please do
G G7 C Cm6
Tell her that I'm blue and lonely,
G G/F# A7 D7 G Gdim D7 G
Dreamy Carolina moon
How to play Carolina Moon
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A7. 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.