Empty Boxes
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Intro: G C G Gm7 C F Bb Gm7 G
#1.
G
A beggarly, account of empty boxes, that
C F Bb
is all I own in this world..oh, Di-ana,
F G
sweet Di-ana.
#2.
G
To flirt and fling, a young girl dressed in
ribbons.
C F C F
Taking fancies to those like you, oh, Di-ana,
Em G
sweet Di-ana.
Bridge:
Bb Ab C F Dm
Yet, you wait with morning in your hair, and
Ab D C Bb
now I need good reas-on, but I've none to spare.
Eb C D Eb
You are just a leaf that I have turned, and I am
C G
like a match that slowly burns.
#3.
G
A beggarly, account of empty boxes, that
C F Bb
is all I own in this world..oh, Di-ana,
F G
sweet Di-ana.
OUTRO: G (Fade.)
How to play Empty Boxes
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.