The Color Green
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[Verso 1]
A D
We'll get back there someday
E7 A D
We will stand together.
D E7
And I will not worry so much
A Bm
And the weather can be snow above the stairs
E A D
Or lakes and rivers running off of the windows.
D
Looking out, looking out
E7 A Amaj7
I may see this better.
[Verso 2]
D E A D
The color green was sent to me in four beat measures
D E A
Of fields and their walkers in cardigan sweaters.
Bm E
With the lavender sky that was just beginning to
A D
Rain down in the music.
D E7 A Bm D Amaj7
This is how it was sent, in and out of weather.
Solo:
Bm E Amaj7 D
[Ponte]
Bm D E
Walking home I'm listening out
D A
Between the buildings I'm listening with you
D E7
For any song we knew.
[Verso 3]
D E7 A D
The color green was sent to me in waves, and lifted
D E7 A
Me up three stories, I could see the day gifted.
Bm
And tomorrow in the car
E7 A D
Things may turn around, I have to watch out
D E7 A Bm D Amaj7
This is how it was sent, in a sudden visit.
Outro:
Bm E7 Amaj7 F#m
Bm E7 Amaj7 F#m
Bm E7 Amaj7 F#m
Bm E7 Amaj7 F#m
D E
How to play The Color Green
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.