Maria Elena
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Dm7 C G7 Fdim C G C Cdim Dm7 G7
Mar - i - a E - le - na you are the answer to a prayer;
Dm Dm7 Dm7/5- G7 Dm7 G7 C G
Mar - i - a E - le - na, Dear, can't you see how much I care?
C G7 Fdim C G C Cdim Dm7 G7
To me your voice is like an echo in the night*
Dm Dm7 Dm7/5- G7 Dm7 G7 Fdim C G
And when you're near, my heart can't speak above a sigh.
Dm7 C G7 Fdim C G C Cdim Dm7 G7
Mar - i - a E - le - na, please say that we will never part;
Dm Dm7 E7 E7/9- E7 Am A7
Mar - i - a E - le - na, Dear, please take me to your heart.
F Fm7 C9 C A7
A love like mine is great enough for two --
A7/9 D7 G7 C
To share this love is really all I ask of you.
How to play Maria Elena
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Dm7. 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.