Nevada California
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Nevada, California from Hollywood Town Hall
D, A, Em, D
D A Em D
Left his day job behind
G D Bm
Every fool dies tryin' to get his back
D A Em D
Kicked around, on the bum
G D Bm
Like a child I scold him, for broken toys
G D
Can you help me to find Nevada California?
A - G D
The last thing I did was I tried to hold her
D A Em D
The station master is gone
G D Bm
And I'm your lovesick cousin that never wins
D A Em D
First you twist, then you turn
G D Bm
You're on life's icy mountain, dear passenger
G D
Can you help me to find Nevada California?
G D
Can you help me to find, Nevada California
A - G D
The last thing I did was I tried to hold her
Bm F# Bm F# G
Nevada California, Nevada California
D A Em D
The station master is gone
G D Bm
Behind the lies you wonder, if there lies a jewel
D A Em D
Could it be something's wrong
G D Bm
A love that won't talk to you in seven winds
G D
Can you help me to find Nevada California?
G D
Can you help me to find Nevada California, Nevada California
A - G D
The last thing I did is I tried to hold her
How to play Nevada California
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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.