I'm A Gypsy Man - J.J. Cale

I'm A Gypsy Man

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Intro: D G D G D C D
 
verse 1
Dm A D C A
I'm a gypsy man on a one-night stand, Am I fit to be loved by you
D A D
I'm with a gypsy van, just travelling the land
C D
They'll be leaving in the morning, I'll be leaving too
F#m Em D
Things like love don't tie me down, I just spread my love around
G D C D
Like small change on girls I don’t know
Am D C D
I'm a gypsy man on a one-night stand, Gonna have some fun before I have to go
 
Solo
 
[Refrão]
C D
Don't you cry and don't you weep, Close your eyes and go to sleep
C A D Am D
I've had you in my arms too long, What fortunes did I bring, golden earrings
C D
When you wake up in the morning I'll be gone
G F#m D
Things like love don't tie me down, I just spread my love around
G D C A
Like small change on girls I don't know
D Am D C D
I'm a gypsy man on a one-night stand, Gonna have some fun before I have to go
 
Solo to end

How to play I'm A Gypsy Man

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 D. 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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