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Intro: E A C#m A
 
Verse 1:
 
E A C#m A
down in the bardo
E A C#m A
there was nothing to hold so we let it go
E A C#m A
we were empty, we were hollow
E A C#m A
shined with everything we were living for
 
[Refrão]
B A
and you see your soul
B A
like some picture show
A
across idaho
 
Instrumental: E A C#m A (2x)
 
Verse 2
 
E A C#m A
we were running through the autumn leaves
E A C#m A
a couple kids just wearing out our jeans, running
E A C#m A
mary she’s our autumn queen
E A C#m A
watch her smoking cigarettes in the street
 
[Refrão]
B A
and down she goes
B A
cold she blows
 
across idaho
 
Bridge
 
F#m E A
and there’s lights up in the north
F#m E A
and i aint wondering where you are
F#m E A
yeah just lights up in the north
 
[Refrão]
B A
now it’s white as snow
B A
watch the evening glow
E
across idaho
 
Outro: E A C#m A

How to play Idaho

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 E. 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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