Oh! Susannah!
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F Am Dm G
Well I come from Alabama with the banjo on my kneee
F Am Dm G F
And I'm going to Lousiana Susannah for to see
Bb F C
Oh Susannah oh don't you cry for me
F Am Dm G F
Cause I come from Alabama with the banjo on my knee
F Am Dm G
Well it rained so hard the night I left, the weather it was dry
F Am Dm G F
And it was so hot I froze to death, Susannah don't you cry
Bb F C
Oh Susannah oh don't you cry for me
F Am Dm G F
Cause I come from Alabama with the banjo on my knee
How to play Oh! Susannah!
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 F. 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.