Havana Affair
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{ B D A (2x) }
B G
PT-boat on the way to Havana
A
I used to make a living, man
F#
Pickin' the banana.
B G
Now I'm a guide for the CIA
A F#
Hooray for the USA!
G F#
Baby, baby, make me a loco
G F#
Baby, baby, make me a mambo.
{ B G F# (2x) }
Sent to spy on a Cuban talent show
First stop - Havana au go-go
I used to make a living, man
Pickin' the banana
Hooray for Havana!
Baby, baby...
{ B G F# (2x) }
{ B D E (4x) }
PT-boat on the way...
Baby, baby...
{ B G F# (2x) }
{ B D E (4x) }
Sent to spy...
Baby, baby...
{ B G F# (2x) B }
How to play Havana Affair
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is B. 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.