The Calling
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Intro: Bm A G Bm A D
Bm A G
So many paths not taken
Bm A D
So many words unsaid
F#m G Em
Though I travel far, they bind me
Bm A Bm
In a web of golden thread
(A G Bm G)(A G D)
(A G Bm G)(A G Bm)
Bm A G
On the bank, three women passing
Bm A D
They measure time for me
F#m G Em
In the mirror of the water
Bm A Bm
They can but darkly see
Bm A G
I will walk beyond the meadows
Bm A D
With a child in either hand
F#m G Em
Through the rivers many shadows
Bm A Bm
We will pass from land to land
(A G Bm G)(A G D)
(A G Bm G)(A G Bm)
Bm A G
All the promises unspoken
Bm A D
Lie like fallen leaves on the ground
F#m G Em
But the thread is still unbroken
Bm A Bm
And the hidden may be found
Bm A G
When the wheeling birds are leaving
Bm A D
They pass the sinking sun
F#m G Em
We will travel with the river-man
Bm A Bm
Until time and time is run.
(A G Bm G)(A G D)
(A G Bm G)(A G Bm) x2 final
How to play The Calling
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 Bm. 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.