Maracatu
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D G
- Luanda, Luanda, aonde estou?
A E
Luanda, Luanda, aonde estás?
D
As luas crescentes
de espelhos luzentes,
colares e pentes,
queixares e dentes
A
de maracajás...
D G
- Luanda, Luanda, aonde estou?
A E
Luanda, Luanda, aonde estás?
D
A balsa do rio
cai no corrupio
faz passo macio,
mas toma desvio
A
que nunca sonhou...
D G
- Luanda, Luanda, aonde estou?
A E
Luanda, Luanda, aonde estás?
----------------- Acordes -----------------
A = X 0 2 2 2 0
D = X X 0 2 3 2
E = 0 2 2 1 0 0
G = 3 2 0 0 0 3
How to play Maracatu
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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.