Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
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Intro Bb Gm Eb F
Eb Dm Cm
[Verso 1]
Bb
Rockin' around the Christmas tree
F
At the Christmas party hop
Mistletoe hung where you can see
Bb
Every couple tries to stop
Rockin' around the Christmas tree
F
Let the Christmas spirit ring
Later we'll have some pumpkin pie
Bb
And we'll do some caroling
Eb
You will get a sentimental
Dm Dm/A Dm
Feeling when you hear
Gm D/F# F C/E
Voices singing, let's be jolly
C
Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Bb
Rockin' around the Christmas tree
F
Have a happy holiday
Everyone dancin' merrily
Eb Dm Cm Bb F Bb
In the new old-fashioned way
Eb
You will get a sentimental
Dm Dm/A Dm
Feeling when you hear
Gm D/F# F C/E
Voices singing, let's be jolly
C
Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Bb
Rockin' around the Christmas tree
F
Have a happy holiday
Everyone dancin' merrily
F F#º G7 F/A Bb
In the new old-fashioned way
Final Gm Eb Bb
How to play Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bb. 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.