Little Dreamer
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"Little Dreamer" by Future Islands, Album Version
Bb Eb
I caught you sleeping here, all wrapped in wool
Gm F
I caught you sleeping here, almost broke my heart
Bb Eb
I found you dreaming I'm dreaming of you
Gm F
always always
Cm Bb Dm Eb x2
Bb Eb
When I was just a child, a lonely boy
Gm F
I held onto my dreams, like they could run from me
Bb Eb
The hopes I harbored fled, as they often do
Gm F
But I still dreamed of you, And now my dreams come true
Cm Bb Dm Eb x2
Bb Eb Gm F (solo, cue birds)
Bb Eb
And as we say goodnight, I hold you close and tight
Gm F
No more raging suns, only waning ones
Bb Eb
Like the waxing scar where my lonely heart
Gm F
Once bloomed before I met
Bb Eb
you My little dreamer, I'll
Gm F
always Always dream of you
Repeat last two lines until fade.
Fingerings to make the transitions easier for my stupid fingers:
How to play Little Dreamer
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bb. 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.