Once
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Richard Buckner Once written by Richard Buckner
Steve Burgh Mandolin
David Grubbs piano
Richard Buckner Guitar
John McEntire Percussion
Eric Heywood Pedal Steel Guitar
J.D. Foster Organ
C G F C
Once I was dug up I was sinking
G F
I was longing to be saved
C G
I lapped up to the bay bar
F G F
And I saw her bobbing like a wave
Dm F
And I slowed down
C G F C
Just six months this summer since I've known her
G F
That she's been away
C G F C G F
Dm
And sometimes I still answer to the gone ghosts that only suckers make
F G Dm F C G F C G F
Slow down and hold on hold on
C G F C
Even my heroes are almost gone
G F
Almost folding from the flame
C G
But how low how can your fuse glow
F C G F Dm F G F Dm F
And warm you until your torch begins to fade
C G F C
I dreamed of a couple dancing close and drunk
G F
In the spray of lights they made
C G
And once I was dug up
F C G F Dm F G
I was sinking but now I'm longing to be saved
From Richard Buckner "Since"
MCA Records 1998
Buckeluckus Music(BMI)
How to play Once
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 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.