If I Could Only Stay Asleep
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G D7 G
Last night I dreamed of you sweetheart
D7 C D7 G
Once more you loved me you said we'd never part
D7 G
It's dawn again oh how sad am I
C D7 G C G
My dream has ended and tears fill my eyes
C D7 C G C D7 G
Gently swaying around my feet like memories.. from the past
C D7 C G A7 D7
Each leaf reminds me of a dream a dream that wouldn't last
C D7 G
For once I know your promise you would keep
D7 C D7 G C G
If I could only only stay asleep
C D7 C G C D7 G
Gently swaying around my feet like memories.. from the past
C D7 C G A7 D7
Each leaf reminds me of a dream a dream that wouldn't last
C D7 G
For once I know your promise you would keep
D7 C D7 G C G
If I could only only stay asleep
How to play If I Could Only Stay Asleep
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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.