Shackles And Chains
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G C
On a long lonesome journey I am going
D7 G
Oh my sweet little darling don't cry
C
For in shackles and chains they will take me
D7 G
To a prison to live till I die
C
And each night through the bars I will gaze at the stars
D7 G
My dreams dear for you so in vain
C
A piece of stone I will use for my pillow
D7 G
While I'm sleeping in shackles and chains
C
Put your arms through these bars once more darling
D7 G
Let me kiss those sweet lips I love best
C
In sorrow they were my consolation
D7 G
And in sadness my heaven of rest
How to play Shackles And Chains
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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.