Sweet Caroline
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B
Where it began
E
I can't begin to knowin'
B F#
But then I know it's growing strong
B E
Was in the spring
( E )
And spring became the summer
B F#
Who'd have believed you'd come along
B G#m
Hands, touchin' hands
F# E F#
Reachin' out touchin' me touchin' you
B E
Sweet Caroline
E Eb C#m F#
Good times never seemed so good
B E
I've been inclined
E Eb C#m F# E D#m C#m
To believe they never would
B E
Sweet Caroline
E Eb C#m F#
Good times never seemed so good
B E
I've been inclined
E Eb C#m F# E D#m C#m
To believe they never would
( B E )
How to play Sweet Caroline
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is B. 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.