Memphis Tennessee
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Intro: G
D
Long-distance information, get me Memphis, Tennessee
D
Help me find the party who tried to get in touch with me
G
She could not leave her number, but I know who placed the call
D7 G
'Cause my uncle took a message and he wrote it on the wall
D
Help me, information, get in touch with my Marie
D
She's the only one who called me here from Memphis, Tennessee
G
Her home is on the south side, high upon the ridge
D7 G
Just a half a mile from the Mississippi bridge
( D D G D7 G )
D
Help me, information, more than that I cannot add
D
Only that I miss her and all the fun we had
G
But we were pulled apart because her mom would not agree
D7 G
Tore apart our happy home in Memphis, Tennessee
D
Last time I saw Marie, she was wavin' me goodbye
D
With hurry-home drops on her cheeks that trickled from her eyes
G
Marie is only 6 years old; information please
D7 G
Try to put me through to her in Memphis Tennessee
How to play Memphis Tennessee
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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.