Lenin
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[(intro) ]D
D
When Lenin was little
All the birds in the forest were singing, "Man, this is it!"
But now that he's older
C#
All the sailors in the heaven are screaming, "Abandon ship!"
[Refrão] F#
I know it can't be right
B
I know it can't be right
F#
But I just smile instead
G
Of repeating what I said
D
In my head
D
When Lenin was little
Dressed up like a vampire on 'All Hallow's Eve'
All the saints up in heaven
C#
Were looking down at the leaves falling from the trees
[Refrão] F#
I know it can't be right
B
I know it can't be right
F#
But I just smile instead
G
Of repeating what I said
D G
Daddy, daddy, please save the world from the government
D G
Daddy, daddy, please save my soul from my own judgement
D G
Daddy, daddy, please send me a heart that isn't made of cement
D C#
Because the money's all been spent
( F# B F# B )
( F# B F# G )
D G
Daddy, daddy, please save the world from the government
D G
Daddy, daddy, please save my soul from my own judgement
D G
Daddy, daddy, please send me a heart that isn't made of cement
D
Because the money's all been spent
G
Because the money's all been spent
D
Because the money's all been spent
G
Because the money's all been spent
( D G ) (8x)
How to play Lenin
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.