Never Far Away
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A D
It's noisy here by the street
E A
The bed is lumpy and the bathtub leaks
F#m D A E
I arrived just yesterday in this town
A D
Thinking that maybe I'll go for a walk
E A
Find a pub and make small talk
F#m D E A
As long as I'm here I might as well look around
E D
Taking in a little of the local scene
A E
I find myself down on Grafton street
E D
Look in every window as I pass by
A E
Every time I see a tear in my eye
D A Bm A
It's just me missing you like I always do
D A Bm E
When we are apart you're never far away
A D
Now I know you wonder why I go
E A
But you've been here so you should know
F#m D A E
Better than anyone else how I feel
A D
Though I guess you've never been on the waiting side
E A
Where time slows down every night
F#m D E A
When you're alone the pain inside is real
E D
One more town a few more songs
A E
Then I'll be back where I belong
E D A
In your arms is where I'll be untill that time
E
I'll just dream
D A Bm A
It's just me missing you like I always do
D A Bm E
When we are apart you're never far away
From Tammy Rogers "Tammy Rogers"
1996 Dead Reckoning Records
Hillbilly Thrill Music(ASCAP)
drums Harry Stinson
guitar Kevin Welch
mandolin Kieran Kane
dobro Jerry Douglas
Accordian Tim Lauer
How to play Never Far Away
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What is the starting chord?
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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.