Marie
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G
Marie, the dawn is breaking
D
Marie, you'll soon be waking
Em7 Gm A7 Gdim Em7 A7
To find your heart is aching
D A7 D D7/9+
And tears will fall as you recall
G
The moon in all its splendor
D
A kiss so very tender
Em7 Gm A7 Gdim Em7 A7
The words, "Will you surrender
D Bm Gm D D7M D7 D7/F#
To me, Marie"
Interlude: first line of verse
D
Marie, you'll soon be waking
Em7 Gm A7 Gdim Em7 A7
To find your heart is aching
D A7 D D7/9+
And tears will fall as you recall
G
The moon in all its splendor
D
A kiss so very tender
Em7 Gm A7 Gdim Em7 A7
The words, "Will you surrender
D Bm Gm D Gdim G/E D
To me, Marie"
How to play Marie
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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.