Daydream Believer
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Intro: G Am G Am
G Am
Oh, I could hide neath the wings
Bm C
Of the bluebird as she sings
G Em A7 D7
The six-o'clock alarm would never ring
G Am
But it rings and I rise
Bm C
Wipe the sleep out of my eyes
G Em Am D G
My shaving razor's cold, and it stings.
(one strum each)
G D G C G D G
[Refrão] C D Bm
Cheer up sleepy Jean
C D Em
Oh, what can it mean
C G C
To a daydream believer
G Em A D
And a homecoming queen
G Am
You once thought of me
Bm C
As a white night on his steed
G Em A7 D7
Now you know how happy I can be
G Am
And our good time starts and ends
Bm C
Without dollar one to spend
G Em Am D G
But how much baby do we really need
(one strum each)
G D G C G D G
Chorus (x2)
G Am G Am
Chorus
How to play Daydream Believer
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.