Peter Cottontail
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Capo 3
G C
Here comes Peter Cottontail hoppin' down the bunny trail
D7 G
Hippity hoppity Easter's on its way
C
Bringing every girl and boy baskets full of Easter joy
D7 G
Things to make your Easter bright and gay
C
He's got jelly beans for Tommy
G
Colored eggs for sister Sue
C
There's an orchid for your Mommy
A7 D7
And an Easter bonnet too
G C
Here comes Peter Cottontail hopping down the bunny trail
D7 G
Hippity hoppity happy Easter day
C
You'll wake up on Easter morning
G
And you'll know that he was there
C
When you find those chocolate bunnies
A7 D7
That he's hiding everywhere
G C
Here comes Peter Cottontail hoppin' down the bunny trail
D7 G
Hippity hoppity happy Easter day
D7 G
Hippity hoppity happy Easter day
How to play Peter Cottontail
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. 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.