Deep In The Darkest Night
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CAPO: 2
Intro
C F G F C F G F
C Am F G C Am F G C
verse 1
Am
Engine's turning, but there ain't no spark
F
Owls a-hooting, but the dog won't bark
No more greetings from the meadowlark
G C
Deep in the darkest night
verse 2
Am
I tried to warn you, but you'd gone too far
F
The cut was serious, but it left no scar
Now you're waving from a distant star
G F
Deep in the darkest night
[Refrão]
C
You climbed your ladder while the sun shone bright
E7 Am C
Now you're a memory, never out of sight
A shining light
F G
Deep in the darkest night
Instrumental: D Bm G A D Bm G A D
verse 3
Bm
You were youngest, but you stepped out first
G
You were gifted, but the gift was cursed
Your gave your good heart 'til your good heart burst
A D
Deep in the darkest night
verse 4
Bm
You spoke your word and your word was trust
But a will of iron can so easily rust
G
Ashes to ashes, dust to dust
A G
Deep in the darkest night___
Lead Break
Bridge
Bm A G
I know you're watching and I wish you well
F# G
When next I see you, only time will tell
D
When you see me coming, give that rebel yell
G A Bm A D G F# G D G A
Deep in the darkest night
How to play Deep In The Darkest Night
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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.