Old Black Dawning
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C#m D A [8 times]
C#m D A
I hung around
C#m D A
On the planet Mabel
Bm E
She tried to stand
C#m E
But she was not able
C#m D A
She tried to find the truth
C#m D A
She tried to colonize space
Bm E
She only had a few
C#m E
But it was a good race
D B A
Old Black Dawning is coming on
D B A
Old Black Dawning is coming on
D E
Old Black Dawning
C#m E
Old Black Dawning
I'm always happy to
Go down to old Tucson
After you had your fun
It's time to move on
I've got a favorite story
About the Tower of Babel
Some say it's true
And some say it's a fable
Old Black Dawning is coming on
Old Black Dawning is coming on
Old Black Dawning
Old Black Dawning
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How to play Old Black Dawning
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 C#m. 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.