I Was The Child
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Am D
When I was young,
G C
We walked to school
F Dm Bb
And I carried your books 'cause even then I was a fool
Am D
But you grew up
G C
And said goodbye
F Dm Bb
I still remember the things that made me cry
D F#m
For all too soon my story ends
G D A
I found a love now not even friends
D F#m G A
Why loving you, loving me like you used to do
I was the child
Am D
I held your hand
G C
And I told you things
F Dm Bb
And I made you believe, believe in fairy tales
D F#m
For all too soon my story ends
G D A
I found a love now not even friends
D F#m G A
Why loving you, loving me like you used to do
I was the child
How to play I Was The Child
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Am. 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.