Ghosts - Horslips

Ghosts

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capo 2
 
Intro is the first verse or
 
G D G D
 
verse 1
G D
I lived alone without you
G D
Shadows on my wall
Em C
Ghosts in my looking glass
D
Voices in the hall
C D
At first I didn't understand
G D Em
I had nothing left to sell
G D
And although I played with fire
Em C
My life was cold as hell
D G D
My life was cold as hell
 
verse 2
G D G
There came a knocking on my door
G D
The landlord dressed in black
Em C
Said "pack your bags and move on out
D
We don't ever want you back "
C D
And who was I to question
G D Em
The logic of his schemes
G D
When they proved there can be hope
Em C
Wherever there are dreams
D G
Wherever there are dreams
 
Solo : Chord a verse.
 
verse 3
G D G
Mine are just a foolish heart
D
Couldn't fake a smile
Em C
Thought I'd find deliverance
D
Down another mile
C D
And I remember being in love
G D Em
So long ago it seems
G D
The love that drives me ever on
Em C
Is the love I find in dreams
D G
Is the love I find in dreams
 
D D G G C D G

How to play Ghosts

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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.

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