Cherbourg
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Intro: G A Bm (2x)
G
And a fall from you
A
is a long way down
Bm
I've found a better way out
G
And a fall from you
A
is a long way down
Bm
I know a better way out
G G A Bm
G
Well it's been a long time
G
since I've seen you smile
A
Gambled away my fright
Bm
Till the morning lights shine
D
Sunday morning
Em
only fog on the limbs
G
I called it again
D
what do you know
D
And I filled our days
Em
with cards and gin
G D
You're alight again, my dear
D Em G D
D
I will lead the way, oh, lead the way
Em
When I know
G
And I'll sleep away, oh, sweep away
D
What I don't
D
Well sieze the way, oh, sieze the way
Em
No, I won't
G
I will lead the way, oh, lead the day
D
When I know
How to play Cherbourg
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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.