Carousel
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CAROUSEL written by:Doug Supernaw
performed by Doug Supernaw on "Red and Rio Grande"
G D
Like a kid on a carousel
G D
I go around in circles
G D
Not knowing whether to be scared
A G
Of all the ups and downs
G D
By the face you could never tell
G D
That inside I'm hurtin'
G D
I'm always on the move
A
But never gainin' ground
Bm G
And the brightly painted ponies
D G
They have feelings inside
D A
Like me do they ever want
G D
To get off of this ride
D
And the mirrors in the middle reflect
G
Years of going nowhere
D G E
Of trying to catch the horse out in front
G A
When you know there's not a prayer
G D
Somehow through the pain
G D
I'll grab hold of the reins
G D
And all will end up well
G A D
When I stop this carousel
How to play Carousel
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 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.