Sentimental Journey
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A7
[Verse 1]
D
I’m gonna take a sentimental journey
D A7
I’m gonna set my heart at ease
D G
I’m gonna make a sentimental journey
D A7 D
To renew old memories
D
I got my fare got my reservation
D A7
Spent each dime I could afford
D G
Like a child in wild anticipation
D A7 D
I long to hear that all aboard
[Chorus]
G D
Seven, (seven) that’s the time we leave, at seven (seven)
E7
I’ll be waiting up for heaven
A7
Counting every mile of railroad track
A7
That takes me back
[Verse 2]
D
I never thought my heart could be so yearny
D A7
Why did I decide to roam
D G
I’m gonna take a sentimental journey
D A7 D
Sentimental journey home
[Instrumental]
D
A7
D G
D A7 D
[Chorus]
G D
Seven, (seven) that’s the time we leave, at seven (seven)
E7
I’ll be waiting up for heaven
A7
Counting every mile of railroad track
A7
That takes me back
[Verse 3]
D
I never thought my heart could be so yearny
D A7
Why did I decide to roam
D G
I’m gonna take a sentimental journey
D A7 D
Sentimental journey home
[Outro]
D A7 D
Sentimental journey home
D A7 D
Sentimental journey home
How to play Sentimental Journey
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A7. 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.