Red River Valley
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Intro: D - D7 - G -
Gdim - D - A7 - D - F#m - Em
D G A D
From this valley they say you are going
F#m Em A7
we will miss your bright eyes and kind smile
D D7 G G#dim
for they say you are taking the sunshine
D A7 D G F#m
that has brightened our pathways a while
A D G A D
Come and sit by my side if you love me
F#m Em A7
do not hasten to bid me adieu
D D7 G G#dim
just remember the Red River Valley
D A7 D G F#m
and the girlfriend who loves you so true.
A D G A D
I've been thinking a long time, my darlin'
F#m Em A7
of the sweet words you never would say
D D7 G G#dim
now, alas, must my fond hopes all so vanish?
D A7 D G F#m
for they say you are going away
Em D G A D
Do you think of the valley you're leaving
F#m Em A7
oh, how lonely and sad it will be?
D D7 G G#dim
do you think of the fond hearts you're breaking
D A7 D G F#m
and the pain you are causing to me?
A D G A D
Come and sit by my side if you love me
F#m Em A7
do not hasten to bid me adieu
D D7 G G#dim
just remember the Red River Valley
D A7 G F#m Em G
and the girlfriend who loves you so true.
How to play Red River Valley
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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.