Fond Affection
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D G D
Once I loved your fond affection, all my hopes on you was spent,
G D A D
till a dark-eyed girl persuaded, and you care no more for me.
D G D
Go on and leave me, if you wish to, never let me cross your mind,
G D A D
in your heart to love another, never on earth will I call you mine.
D A A7 D
Joolayeeoh, layeeay, layee!
D G D
When I'm dead and in my coffin, and my pale face towards the sun,
G D A D
will you come and sit beside me, and think of what you've done
D G D
Go on and leave me, if you wish to, never let me cross your mind,
G D A D
in your heart to love another, never on earth will I call you mine.
D A A7 D
Joolayeeoh, layeeay, layee!
D G D
When I'm dead and in my coffin, and the shroud about me bows,
G D A D
will you come and scatter roses upon your lover's mound.
D G D
Go on and leave me, if you wish to, never let me cross your mind,
G D A D
in your heart to love another, never on earth will I call you mine.
D A A7 D
Joolayeeoh, layeeay, layee!
How to play Fond Affection
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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.