Done Roving - Johnny Horton

Done Roving

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C G7 C
I'm done roving down this lonesome road
 
D7 G7
Found my treasure at the end of love's rainbow
 
C
I found a love for which I'm pining
 
F C
Pretty as a rainbow her love was shining
 
G7 C
I'm done roving down this lonesome road
 
G7 C
I'm done roving down this lonesome road
 
D7 G7
Cause I've found the key to this lovesick code
 
C
I found a love and that's no lying
 
F C
A gal I can trust without denying
 
G7 C
I'm done roving down this lonesome road
 
G7 C
I'm done roving down this lonesome road
 
D7 G7
Now I've found the gal to share this heavy load
 
C
I vowed to her that I would take her
 
F C
To the preacher and never forsake her
 
G7 C
I'm done roving down this lonesome road
 
G7 C
I'm done roving down this lonesome road
 
D7 G7
For to her apron strings now I am sewed
 
C
I love that gal and I want her only
 
F C
You gotta have a gal or you'll get lonely
 
G7 C
I'm done roving down this lonesome road

How to play Done Roving

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 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.

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