Cumberland Square
View chords used in this chart
Em B7
It's been so long since we talked till dawn
C G
Back when the train ran on time
Em B7
I can't remember when we stopped
C D
Seeing things eye to eye
C G
I'm sure that your reasons were fair
C D
And I acted like I didn't care
Em B7 C G
But I'm sure as hell not doing that well
C D G
Still hanging down in Cumberland Square
Em B7
I wonder where you are tonight
C G
Did you move north or south
Em B7
I know no one who knew you when
C D
And there's no way I'll ever find out
C G
I used to meet you on the step right there
C D
There was nothing that we wouldn't share
Em B7 C G
But I'm sure as hell not doing that well
C D G
Still hanging down in Cumberland Square
Em B7
I love to think I'll quit this scene
C G
Maybe catch a bus out of town
Em B7
I usually wish upon a star
C D
Every evening when the sun goes down
C G
Tomorrow I could be with you somewhere
C D
Leaning back in that easy chair
Em B7 C G
It's gonna be alright just one more night
C D G
Down here in Cumberland Square
C D G
I'm still hanging down in Cumberland Square
How to play Cumberland Square
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 Em. 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.