I Can Almost See Houston From Here
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G G7
I saw Mary's face in that little snow-flake
C G
That fell at my feet on the ground
D7 C G
And I heard my old friends in that last bitter wind
A7 D7
That blew back memories of my hometown
G G7
I can see the old crowd laughing so loud
C G
Lord I miss all my loved ones so dear
C G
From the cold Rocky Mountains of Denver
D7 G
I can almost see Houston from here
D7 C G
I came here to build a dream and stayed to watch it die
A7 D7
I was meant to fail I guess Lord knows how I tried
G C
Funny how much better I can see without my pride
G G7 C
From the cold Rocky Mountains of Denver
G D7 G
I can almost see Houston from here
C
I had some good friend in Denver town
G
But lately they don’t come around
D7 G
I guess good time crowds are all the same
But with this old thumb I'll get a ride
C
And bid a lonely last goodbye
G G7 C
To the cold Rocky Mountains of Denver
G D7 G
For I can almost see Houston from here
G7 C
From the cold Rocky Mountains of Denver
G D7 G
I can almost see Houston from here
How to play I Can Almost See Houston From Here
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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.