Flag Day
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Bbmaj7 A
Too many Florence Nightingales
Dm F
Not enough Robin Hoods
Bbmaj7 Am
Too many halos not enough heroes
Dm
Coming up with the goods
Bbmaj7 A
So you thought you'd like to change the world
Dm F
Decided to stage a jumble sale
Bbmaj7 Dm
For the poor for the poor
Bbmaj7 A
Its a waste of time if you know what they mean
Dm F
Try shaking a box in front of the Queen
Bbmaj7 Am
'Cause her purse is fat and bursting at the seams
Bbmaj7 A
Its a waste of time if you know what they mean
Bbmaj7 A
Too many hands in too many pockets
Dm F
Not enough hands on hearts
Bbmaj7 Am
Too many ready to call it a day
Dm
Before the day starts
So you thought you'd like to see them healed
Got Blue Peter to stage an appeal
For the poor for the poor
How to play Flag Day
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bbmaj7. 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.