The Book
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Intro: G D A7 D
[Verso 1]
Am7 D7 G
No matter how many times I look
D
That mirror never lies
Bm7 E7
I never did get over you
Em7 A7 D
And the memories just won't die
Am7 D7 G
There's no pictures on the wall
E7
'Cause I'd see you in every frame
[Refrão]
G D A7
If I ever write the book
D
I'll speak kindly of your name
[Verso 2]
D Am7 D7 G
When I watched those six white horses
D
Carry you away
Bm7
Oh, I wanted to go with you
E7 Em7 A7 D
But the children needed me to stay
Am7 D7 G
We all have a story
E7
And mine has seen some rain
[Refrão]
G D A7
If I ever write the book
D
I'll speak kindly of your name
[Ponte]
Am G
There'll be a chapter 'bout your summer dress
Am G
Blowing gently in the breeze
Bm A
I'll tell the part about the day we met
Bm7 A
And the night you married me
D Am7 D7 G
This place I hold you in my heart
E7
Forever burns a flame
[Refrão]
G D A7
If I ever write the book
D
I'll speak kindly of your name
G D A7
If I ever write the book
G Bbm D
I'll speak kindly of your name
How to play The Book
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 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.