Country Roads
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[Verso 1]
D
Scarlet sky
G
Candles burning in disguise
Bm A
With an open hand hoping for a dime
D G
When I'm awake, I feel okay
Bm A
But my dreams have found a final resting place
[Verso 2]
D
Well I compliment
G
Your compromise
Bm A
You're just a pair of shades, I see your rolling eye
D G
But when the wise walked away
Bm
When the well had dried
A
And green had turned to bay
[Pré-Refrão]
D A
Along the coldest night
D A
The wind outside was wondering
D A D
Where the city hides the wilderness away
[Refrão]
D G
Oh country roads, country roads
Bm
Must have built you
A
Just to take me home
D G
Oh country roads, country roads
Bm
Must have built you
A
Just to bring me home
Outro
D
I've been away
G
For so long
Bm A
From the only place I've ever known
D
Oh take me home
G
Country roads
D A
And tell your lonesome sun
G
To keep shining
G
Shining
D G Bm F#m A
Shining on
A Asus4 A D
How to play Country Roads
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.