Rocketship
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Capo on 4th
G
We could build a rocketship
C
fly to the moon
G
Forget about everyone
C
who ever hurt you
Em D
As long as you know what
C G
they’re saying ain’t true
G
We could buy a brand new house
C
start a new band
G
Forget about everyone
C
they’d never understand
Em D
As long as you know that these
C G
tears in my hands
Am C
I cried for you
G
I cried for you
G
Floating out among the stars
C
we made the front page news
G
a postcard in the mailbox
C
says we’re coming home soon
Em D C G
But I can't patch the holes in the souls of my shoes
Am C
I cried for you
G
I cried for you
Am C
I cried for you
G
I cried,
Am C
I cried for you
G
I cried,
Am
I cried for you
C
I cried for you
G Am C
I cried for you
G
We could build a rocketship
C
fly to the moon
G
Forget about everyone
Cadd9
they’re just passing through
How to play Rocketship
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 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.