Cruel War
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C Am Dm G
The cruel war is raging, Johnny has to fight.
C Am G Am C
I want to be with him, morning 'til night.
C Am Dm G
I want to be with him, it grieves my heart so.
C Am
Won't you let me go with you?
G Am C
No, my love, no.
C Am Dm G
Tomorrow is Sunday, Monday is the day
C Am G Am C
That your captain will call you, and you must obey.
C Am Dm G
Your captain will call you, it grieves my heart so.
C Am
Won't you let me go with you?
G Am C
No, my love, no.
C Am Dm G
I'll tie back my hair, men's clothing I'll put on.
C Am G Am C
I'll pass as your comrade, as we march along.
C Am Dm G
I'll pass as your comrade, no one will ever know.
C Am
Won't you let me go with you?
G Am C
No, my love, no.
C Am Dm G
Oh Johnny, oh Johnny, I fear you are unkind.
C Am G Am C
I love you far better than all of mankind.
C Am Dm G
I love you far better than words can 'ere express.
C Am
Won't you let me go with you?
G Am C
Yes, my love, yes.
----------------- Acordes -----------------
Am = X 0 2 2 1 0
C = X 3 2 0 1 0
Dm = X X 0 2 3 1
G = 3 2 0 0 0 3
How to play Cruel War
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.