Santa Maria
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DGC DGC DGC
D
With only fear and good judgement holding us back
G
We sailed out on the Northern Sea
Em A
With a boat load of crazy people
D DGC DGC
Including the shotgun and me
D
Does somebody know how to drive this thing
G
Yelled the captain as he fell to his knees
Em A
I think I mighta had a little too much today
D
Take me to my cabin, please
A
Cho...Cruisin' on a sardine boat
G D
Loaded with crazy people
F#m G
And we shall be the Santa Maria
A D
Looking for a brave new world
D
The first mate shouted from the crow's nest
G
I think I might see land out there
Em A
Nobody moved from where they were laying
D DCG DCG
Cause nobody really cared
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Dan Nicholas
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How to play Santa Maria
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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.