Mozambique
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This song is from Dylan's 1976 album 'Desire'. It is written
because Mozambique is very sunny and beautiful and everybody wants
to go there.
Intro: D
G/D D' G D
I like to spend some time in Mozambique
G/D D' G D
The sunny sky is aqua blue
G/D D' G D
And all the couples dancing cheek to cheek.
C G D
It's very nice to stay a week or two,
C G D
And maybe fall in love just me and you.
G/D D G D
There's lots of pretty girls in Mozambique
G/D D G D
And plenty time for good romance
G/D D G D
And everybody likes to stop and speak
C G D
To give the special one you seek a chance
C G D
Or maybe say hello with just a glance.
Bm F#m
Lying next to her by the ocean
Em D
Reaching out and touching her hand,
Bm F#m
Whispering your secret emotion
G A
Magic in a magical land.
G/D D G D
And when it's time for leaving Mozambique
G/D D G D
To say goodbye to sand and sea,
G/D D G D
You turn around to take a final peek
C G D
And you see why it's so unique to be
C G D
Among the lovely people living free
C G D
Upon the beach of sunny Mozambique.
Finish off with solo.
Enjoy!
How to play Mozambique
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 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.