Local Hero
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D G
D G D G D G D G
I read about your band, you don’t mention my name
D G D G D G D G
I guess you said the truth facebook is a grave
D G D G D G D G
I saw you play tonight one more local show
D G D G D G D G
Be sure I’ll be there dancing by the stage
Em A7
I know my patience was at stake
D G
But tonight I’m gonna call out your name
D G D G D G D G
Local hero your music will die on the stage
D G 8x
D G D G D G D G
I guess I’m getting old, over thirty now
D G D G D G D G
But how could they understand? only thing we should do
D G D G D G D G
Dancing in a cave, being a part of them.
D G D G D G D G
No matter who we are, hearts beat all the same
Em A7
I know my patience was at stake
D G
But tonight I’m gonna call out your name
D G D G D G D G
Local hero your music will die on the stage
D G
Em A7
I know my patience was at stake
D G
But tonight I’m gonna call out your name
D G D G D G D
Local hero your music will die on the stage
How to play Local Hero
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 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.