I Wish My Baby Was Born
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Bm
I wish
Bm
I wish my baby was born
D
sittin' on his papa's knee
G
and you poor girl
Bm
were dead and gone
G
green grass growin' over thee
Bm
not no saint
D
nor I never shall be
G
till a sweet apple grows
Bm
from a sour apple tree
Bm
I still hope
D
the day will come
G
when you and I
Bm
will walk as one
Bm D G
(over and over and out)
How to play I Wish My Baby Was Born
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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.