Side By Side
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C F C
Oh, we ain't got a barrel of money,
C F C
Maybe we're ragged and funny,
F C E7 A7 D7 G7 C G7 C
But we'll travel along, singin' a song, side by side.
C F C
(Oh, we) Don't know what's comin' tomorrow;
C F C
Maybe it's trouble and sorrow,
F C E7 A7 D7 G7 C
But we'll travel the road sharing our load side by side.
Bridge:
E7 A7
Through all kinds of weather, what if the sky should fall?
D7 G7 Gdim G7
Just as long as we're together, it really doesn't matter at all.
C F C
When they've all had their troubles and parted,
C F C
We'll be the same as we started,
F C E7 A7 D7 G7 C
Just trav'ling along, singing a song, side by side.
Repeat Bridge:
(G7) C F C
When they've all had their troubles and parted,
C F C
We'll be the same as we started,
F C E7 A7 D7 G7 C A7 D7 G7 C
Just trav'ling along, singing a song, side by side, side by side.
How to play Side By Side
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 C. 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.