Down By The Riverside
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[Verso 1]
Bb Eb
I'm gonna lay down my sword and shield
Bb
Down by the riverside
F
Down by the riverside
Bb
Down by the riverside
Bb Eb
I'm gonna lay down my sword and shield
Bb
Down by the riverside
F Eb Bb
I'm gonna study, study, war no more
Eb
I ain't gonna study war no more
Bb
Ain't gonna study war no more
F Bb
I ain't gonna study war no more (x2)
[Verso 2]
Bb Eb
I'm gonna lay down my heavy load
Bb
Down by the riverside
F
Down by the riverside
Bb
Down by the riverside
Bb Eb
I'm gonna lay down my heavy load
Bb
Down by the riverside
F Eb Bb
Gonna study war no more
Eb
I ain't gonna study war no more
Bb
Ain't gonna study war no more
F Bb
I ain't gonna study war no more (x2)
[Verso 3]
Bb Eb
Yes, laid down incomprehensible
Bb
Down by the riverside
F
Down by the riverside
Bb
Down by the riverside
Bb Eb
I'm gonna lay down my heavy load
Bb
Down by the riverside
Eb F Bb
Gonna study war on no more
How to play Down By The Riverside
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 Bb. 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.