I'm Going To Cross That River
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Intro: G# Db (x6)
#1.
G# C#
One day soon I'm going to cross that river..
G# D#7
if I have to swim to the other side.
G# C#
Yeah, the last time I saw my baby, I just
G# D#7 G#
had to hang my head and cry.
#2.
G# C#
Now, her folks don't want us to marry, cause
G# D#7
they think that we're to young.
G# C#
I just know I could make her happy, and we
G# D#7 G#
could have a lot of fun.
#3.
G# C#
Now, they got me walking around in circles.
G# D#7
I can't even get her on the phone.
G# C#
I just wish they will let me see her, and
G# D#7 G#
leave our love affair alone.
INTERLUDE: G# C# G# D# G# C# G# D# G#
#4.
G# C#
One day soon I'm going to cross that river..
G# D#7
if I have to swim to the other side.
G# C#
Yeah, the last time I saw my baby, I just
G# D#7 G#
had to hang my head and cry.
OUTRO: G# C# (x 15)
How to play I'm Going To Cross That River
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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.