Down Hearted
View chords used in this chart
Tabbed by Craig D.
Update to earlier post - updated chord progressions and correct lyrics
Verse 1
Dm7 Am7 Cm7 Gm7 Dm7 Am7 Cm7 Gm
I left my heart back in the Orient and down Bali bays
Dm7 Am7 Cm7 Gm7 Dm7 Am7 Cm7 Gm
I know it's not the way I should feel but it's the way I'm gonna stay
CHORUS
Bb Am7 Cm Gm
Downhearted broken dreams that never really started
Bb Am7 Cm Gm
Downhearted broken dreams that never really start
Verse 2 (chords as per V1)
It seems all wrong back here at home there's no end in sight
Should I be made to drag you through this lovers endless fight
Repeat CHORUS
MIDDLE
Dm7 Cm7 F
Dm7 Cm7 Dm7 F Gm
Bb Cm7 Dm7 Cm7 F
Dm7 Cm7 Bb
Verse 3 (chords as per V1)
I sometimes think that we should stay here happy on the farm
I sometimes think I'll give it all away this love and all it's charms
Repeat CHORUS
How to play Down Hearted
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 D. 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.