Shooting Star
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[Intro ]= D
verse 1
D G
Tonight of nights you should be far away
D G
A million miles away from where you are
D G
You'll hear the rhythm as it sounds across the sky
D G
Above your heads a shooting star
Chorus 1
D G
And they'll be dancing in the moonlight
D G
Dancing in the strange light
D G
Voices from the bright lights I wonder who they are
D G D
Don't worry 'cos it's only a shooting star
verse 2
D G
They move in closer with their gleaming eyes
D G
Arrested chariots of fire
D G
Don't make a move for they begin to speak
D G
I do believe they wear a smile
Chorus 2
D G
And they'll be dancing in the moonlight
D G
Dancing in the strange light
D G
Voices far and friendly they know just who you are
D G D D D D
Don't worry 'cos it's only a shooting star star star
Repeat Chorus 2 to fade
D G
And they'll be dancing in the moonlight
D G
Dancing in the strange light
D G
Voices far and friendly they know just who you are
D G D
Don't worry 'cos it's only a shooting star
How to play Shooting Star
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 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.