CROSS TO BEAR (Allman Bros.)
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A7 F#7 B7 E
But I'll live on, and I'll be strong
A7 x7655x
Cause it just ain't my cross to bear.
A7
Sat down and wrote you a long letter, just the other day
D9
Said as sure as the sun rises
Dm9
Tomorrow I'll be up and on my way
A7 F#7 B7 E
But I'll live on, and I'll be strong
A7 x7655x
Cause it just ain't my cross to bear.
LEAD
A7 F#7 B7 E
But I'll live on, and I'll be strong
A7 x7655x
Cause it just ain't my cross to bear.
A7
But in the end baby, _____________________
D9
Don't reach out for me
Dm9
I'm not gonna carry on
A7 F#7 B7 E
But I'll live on, and I'll be strong
A7
Cause it just ain't my cross to bear.
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All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in the rain.
How to play CROSS TO BEAR (Allman Bros.)
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 A7. 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.