Foreign Lander
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G D C G
I’ve been a foreign lander For seven years or more
G C G D
Among the brave commanders Where wild beats howl and roar
Am Em G D - C
I’ve conquered all my enemies On land and on the sea
G D F - C G
But you my dearest jewel Tis you have conquered me
G D C G
I cannot build a ship of love Without the wood of trees
G C G D
The ship would burst asunder Should I prove false to thee
Am Em G D - C
If ever I prove false love The elements would moan
G D F - C G
The fire would turn to ice love The seas would rage and burn
G D C G
Have you heard the mourning dove She’s flying from pine to pine
G C G D
She’s mourning for her own love The way I moan for mine
Am Em G D - C
I lie awake out in the night I see the shining stars
G D F - C G
I wonder if you see them too Wherever you are
G D C G
I’ve been a foreign lander For seven years or more
G C G D
Among the brave commanders Where wild beats howl and roar
Am Em G D - C
I’ve conquered all my enemies On land and on the sea
G D F - C G
But you my dearest jewel Tis you have conquered me
How to play Foreign Lander
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.