That Day Is Done
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C F C
I feel such sorrow, I feel such shame
G C F C
I know I won't arrive on time
G G7
Before whatever out there is gone
C F C
What can I do, that day is done
It's just a promise that I made
I said I'd walk in her parade
Hot scalding tears I thought would flow
Still in my heart they'll never show
G Am Em F Eb C
That day is done, that day is done
Am
You know where I've gone
G
I won't be coming back
E Bb/C
That day is done
Well I recall the time and place
When they announced her precious face
I thought at once my heart would burst
Still every time is like the first
There was applause when she stepped up
I wished that I could interrupt
I made no sign, I made no sound
I know I must stay underground
That day is done, that day is done
You know where I've gone
I won't be coming back
E Bb/C Eb Bb/D C
That day is done
F F#o
That's why she walks, or so they say
C C7
She always knew just what I needed
F F#o
Now if she would, just look my way
G G+
One time before they proceed
She sprinkles flowers in the dirt
That's when a thrill becomes a hurt
I know I'll never see her face
She walks away from my resting place
That day is done, that day is done
You know where I've gone
I won't be coming back
That day is done
How to play That Day Is Done
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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.