Man Of Constant Sorrow 1962
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capo 1 (sometimes flat)
Intro A D
A D Bm Em
I am a man of constant sorrow I've seen troubles all my day
A D Bm Em
I'm goin' back to Cali-for-nia place where I was partly raised
A D
All through this world I'm bound to ramble
Bm Em
Through storm and wind Through sleet and rain
A D Bm Em
I'm bound to ride That northern railroad Perhaps I'll take The very next train.
A D Bm Em
Your friends, they say I am a stranger You'll never see My face no more
A D Bm Em
There is just one Promise that's given We'll sail on God's golden shore
A D Bm Em
I am a man of constant sorrow I've seen troubles all my day
A D Bm Em
I'm goin' back to Cali-for-nia Place where I was partly raised
Songwriters STOOKEY, NOEL PAUL/YARROW, PETER
How to play Man Of Constant Sorrow 1962
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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.