Poor Mans Riches
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C G7
Oh I've traveled to the ends of the rainbow
C
And I've searched for that old pot of gold
G7
But I didn't realize until I looked into your eyes
C
That I had a greater wealth than ever told
F C
Well into each life there's many kinds of riches
D7 G7
Oh there's diamonds there's pearls and there's gold
F C
But I'd be the richest man in this wonderful land
G7 C
If I had you to have and to hold
G7
Well a true love is the greatest of all riches
C
And a true love will never grow cold
G7
A real love is all that really matters
C
For it's worth more than diamonds pearls and gold
repeat #2
G7 C
Yes if I had you to have and to hold
How to play Poor Mans Riches
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. 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.