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Intro
Bm Dmaj7 Bm Dmaj7
 
verse 1
Bm Dmaj7 Em G Bm
Hey Holly, what went wrong? How come you've been gone so long
Bm Dmaj7 Em A Bm G F#
Hey Holly, remember me? I haven't changed, I'm the same as I used to be
 
verse 2
Bm Dmaj7 Em G Bm
Oh Holly, I heard him say, the day he came and took you away
Bm Dmaj7 Em A Bm G F#
And oh Holly, what can I do, 'cause I still love you Holly, yes I do
 
Instrrumental
B Bmaj7 C#m E G#m
G#m Bmaj7 C#m F# F#aug
 
verse 3
Bm Dmaj7 Em G Bm
Oh darling, you once said, to me Holly when we were in bed
Bm Dmaj7 Em A
And oh Holly, what can I do? 'Cause I still love you Holly
 
Outro
B Bmaj7 C#m E G#m
G#m Bmaj7 C#m F# F#aug
B Bmaj7 C#m E G#m
G#m Bmaj7 C#m F# F#aug

How to play Holly

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 Bm. 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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