Mother
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Someone requested this Hank Snow song a while back but I haven't seen it
show up yet. Here is what I remember of the song.
Mother
Recorded by Hank Snow
(A)There are friends who will want you but(E7) just for a day
There are pals you think true that will (A)cast you away
(A7)There's one loving soul boys I'd(D) sure recommend
Through this whole world of (A)sorrow, she'll be(E7) true to the(A)
end.
Mother, though her hands are all wrinkled and (E7)old
Mother, silver hair that has lost all it's(A) gold.
You left her alone, went to (D)learn through the years
But (B7)all that you left her were E7])heartaches and tears
So (A)kiss her old brow, whisper (D)softly and true
Mother,(Dm) you're just an angel and (E7)I love (A)you.
How to play Mother
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.