Distant Dreamer
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G
Although you think I cope
Em
My head is filled with hope
C D
Of some place other than here
G
Although you think I smile
Em
Inside, all the while
C D
I'm wondering about my destiny
G
I'm thinking about
Em
All the things
Am
I'd like to do
D
In my life
G
I'm a dreamer
Em
A distant dreamer
C
Dreaming for hope
D
From today
G
Even when you see me frown
Em
My heart won't let me down
C
Because I know
D
There's better things to come
Oh, yeah
G
And when life gets tough
Em
I feel I've had enough
C D
I hold on to a distant star
G
I'm thinking about
Em
All the things
Am
I'd like to do
D
In my life
G
I'm a dreamer
Em
A distant dreamer
C
Dreaming for hope
D
From today
G
I'm a dreamer
Em
A distant dreamer
C
Dreaming for hope
D
From today
G
Yeah, I'm a dreamer
Em
A distant dreamer
C
Dreaming for hope
D
From today
Yeah, I'm a dreamer
I'm a dreamer
How to play Distant Dreamer
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.