Cherokee Maiden
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G A7 D7 G
My little Cherokee Maiden, I love her so. And tho we're far apart,
D7 G A7 D7
I know I'll never be tradin' my love for her, For anybody else's heart.
B7 Em
Someday I'll make a trip back to the Cherokee Strip
A7
And I'll carry her away with me.
Cm G E7 Am Cm
And straight as an arrow flies, we'll ride to paradise,
G E7 Am7 D7 G
My sweet little chickadee, My little Cherokee Maiden and me.
How to play Cherokee Maiden
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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.