Lone Star
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C E7 Am C7
I can see that lone star from a thousand miles away
F Em D7 G
Calling me back home though I've ventured far astray
E7 Am F Ab
When I see that beacon shining for me all alone
C G C
It calls me back to Texas and to home
C E7 Am C7 F Em D7 G
Lone star shine down on my home town
E7 Am F Ab C G C
Fill my memory light my way
( Ab G )
Cm F G C
Cattle in the old corral, the open range all 'round
Eb Bb Eb
Sunlight and the smell of new mown hay
G D7 G D7
I remember though I've wandered and much happiness I've found
G D7 G G7
Still I wish that I could be back there today
C E7 Am C7
I know my home is waiting for me by the river shore
F Em D7 G
I know that all the ones I love would welcome me once more
E7 Am F Ab
In dreams I see them now though it seems I'm bound to roam
C G C
My thoughts are still of Texas and of home
( Ab G )
Cm F G C
Cattle in the old corral, the open range all 'round
Eb Bb Eb
Sunlight and the smell of new mown hay
G D7 G
I remember though I've wandered and much happiness I've foun
G D7 G
Still I wish that I could be back there today
C E7 Am C7
I know my home is waiting for me by the river shore
F Em D7 G
I know that all the ones I love would welcome me once more
E7 Am F Ab
In dreams I see them now though it seems I'm bound to roam
C G C
My thoughts are still of Texas and of home
How to play Lone Star
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.