Long May You Burn
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Intro
G Em Am
D G Em Am
D G Em Am
D G Em Am D
[Verso 1]
G Em
I had a dream last night about a firefly
Am D
She came into my room and my bed sat by
G Em
I asked at once how in the world do you burn so bright
Am D
She laughed and said she learned from watching the stars at night
Bm
And she cursed the robin that eats her young
C
And lies in every song he sung
Am
And insults her at every turn
D
And her only wish to him
[Refrão]
G
Long may you burn
Em
Long may you burn
Am D
Long may you burn
[Verso 2]
G Em
I plan on going home and starting life anew
Am D
Maybe even have ourselves a kid or two
G Em
I'm almost there, I can feel the heat
Am
Of horses breathing down my neck
D
And serpents wrapping round my feet
Bm
And lo the talons digging in
C
Breaking bones and tearing skin
A
The moon looks on without concern
[Refrão]
D
And my only wish to you
G
Long may you burn
Em
Long may you burn
A Am
Long may you burn
{End}
D D7 G Cm G
Cm G A G Cm
D G Em
Am D G Em
Am D G Em
Am D G Em
Am D G
Em Am D G
Em Am D D G
Em Am D G
Em Am Gm D Gm
How to play Long May You Burn
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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.