Long May You Run
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D D9 G D
We've been through some things together
Bm G A
With trunks of memories still to come
D D9 G D
We found things to do in stormy weather
Bm A D
Long may you run
D D9 G D
Long may you run, long may you run
Bm G A
Although these changes have come
D D9
With your chrome heart shinin'
G D Bm A D G Bb D
In the sun, long may you run
D D9 G D
Well it was back in Blind River in nineteen sixtytwo
Bm G A
When I last saw you alive
D D9 G D
But we missed that ship on the long decline
Bm A D
Long may you run
D D9 G D
Long may you run, long may you run
Bm G A
Although these changes have come
D D9
With your chrome heart shinin'
G D Bm A D G Bb D
In the sun, long may you run
( D D4 D )
D D9 G D
Maybe the Beach Boys have got you now
Bm G A
With those waves singin' Caroline
D D9 G D
Rollin' down that empty ocean road
Bm A D
Get into the surf on time
D D9 G D
Long may you run, long may you run
Bm G A
Although these changes have come
D D9
With your chrome heart shinin'
G D Bm A D G Bb D
In the sun, long may you run
( D D4 D )
How to play Long May You Run
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.