Oliver James
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Intro: Em C G
G Em C G
On the way to your brother's house in the valley, dear,
G Em C G
By the river bridge a cradle floating beside me.
G Em C G
In the whitest water on the banks against the stone
G Em C G
You will lift his body from the shore and bring him home
[Refrão]
C G C G Em C G
Oliver James washed in the rain no longer
C G C G Em C G
Oliver James washed in the rain no longer
G Em C G
On the kitchen table that your grandfather did make
G Em C G
You and your delicate way will slowly clean his fate
G Em C G
And you will remember when you rehearsed the actions of
G Em C G
An innocent and anxious mother full of anxious love
C G C G Em C G
Oliver James washed in the rain no longer
C G C G Em C G
Oliver James washed in the rain no longer
Am C Am C
Walk with me down Ruby Beach and through the valley floor
C Em G G C C D C G
Love for the one you know more
Am C Am C
C Em G G C C D C G
Love for the one you know more
G Em C G
Back we go to your brother's house emptier my dear
G Em C G
The sound of ancient voices ringing soft upon your ear
[Refrão]
Oliver James washed in the rain no longer
Oliver James washed in the rain no longer
How to play Oliver James
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Em. 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.