China Light
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verse 1
G Cm G
China Light, come shine your light on me
G Cm G
Make this night the night for you and me
Dm C G
Like the East wind you came softly, touched my heart I knew
Dm C G
We were meant to be together, sharing as we do
[Refrão]Chorus
G D
Here in China Light
G
Here in China Light
verse 2
G Cm G
As the midnight moon departs the sky
G Cm G
Geisha lady, please don't pass me by
Dm C G
Never tell me sayonara, never say farewell
Dm C G
Do our birth signs go together, only time will tell
[Refrão]Chorus
G D
Here in China Light
Am C G
Here in China Light, ah
verse 3
G Cm
Dai dai dai dai, dai dai dai dai da
G Cm
Dai dai dai dai, dai dai dai dai da
Instrumental
Dm C
Dm C G
[Refrão]
Chorus
G D
Here in China Light
G
Here in China Light
verse 4
G Cm G
Oriental picture postcard scene
G Cm G
Something nice to show you where I've been
Dm C G
How do I know I've been dreaming, it could well be true
Dm C G
I can see you Chinese lady, can you see me too?
[Refrão]Chorus
D
Here in China Light
Am
Here in China Light
D
Here in China Light
Am C G
Here in China Light, ah
How to play China Light
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.