Green River
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[{Intro} ]
E7
{Verse 1}
E7
Take me back down where cool water flows, y'all.
Let me remember the things I've done.
Walk on the log where the catfish bite,
C B A
walking along the river road at night.
E7
Barefoot girl dancing in the moonlight.
{Verse 2}
E7
I can hear the bullfrog callin' me. (ribbit)
Wonderin' if my rope's still hangin' to the tree.
Ole Brody Junior took me over,
C
said you're gonna find a well that's colder.
A E7
If I'm a bad boss, give me some o' Green River.
E
Well....
{Repeat Verse 1}
How to play Green River
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E7. 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.