High Noon
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E
Do not forsake me, oh my darling
A
On this our wedding day
E A
Do not forsake me, oh my darling
G#m7 F#m7 A B7
Wait, wait along
E
I do not know what fate awaits me
A
I only know I must be brave
E
For I must face a man who hates me
Am E Am E
Or die a coward, a craven coward
Am G#m F#m A B7 E
Or die a coward in my grave
E
Oh, to be torn twixt love and duty
Supposin' I love my fair haired beauty
Look at that big hand movin' round
B7
Nearin' high noon
A
He made a vow while in state prison
E
Said it would be my life or hisn'
Am
I'm not afraid to die but oh
E F#m B7
What will I do if you leave me?
E
Do not forsake me, oh my darling
A
You make that promise as a bride
E
Do not forsake me, oh my darling
Am E Am E
Although you're grievin', don't think of leavin'
Am G#m F#m A B7 E
Not while I need you by my side
A E
Wait along, wait along
Am E
Wait along, wait along
How to play High Noon
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 E. 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.