River Gal
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Afinação: E A D G B ETecla: DCapotraste:
2nd traste
[Intro]
C G F G F Em G
[Verse 1]
C Em F F
River gal, river gal won't you say you'll be my pal
Dm C
Settle down now be a good gal
F G F Em G
It ain't gonna be long
[Verse 2]
C Em F F
Sit you down by my bed downie pillow for my head
Dm C
You believe now what I said
F G F Em G
Oh river gal
[Bridge]
Em Em F C
I'm a gamblin' man you can see river boats been the death of me
Dm Em
I had a little ace card up my sleeve
F G F Em G
Somebody found out
[Verse 3]
C Em F F
River gal, got no family I dont know bury me
Dm C
Tell the coroner where i'll be
F C
Oh river gal
[Break]
C Em F G
C Em F G
[Verse 4]
C Em F F
River gal what's your name gimmie little drink to ease my pain
Dm C
I promise I won't gamble again
F G F Em G
Oh river gal
[Verse 5]
C Em F F
River gal 'for I go kiss me once and whisper low
Dm C
Tell me im the best man you ever know'd
F C
Oh river gal
[Outro]
Em F Em G C F C
Oh river gal
How to play River Gal
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 E. 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.