The Lowlands
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[Intro ]
D G G D
D A A Bm Bm
[Verso 1]
D G D
I'm headed for the lowlands would you please direct my way
A Bm
The train is leaving shortly there's no time for delay
D G D
She told me shd'd be waiting I'm not so sure she is
A Bm
I heard that there's another man who claims that she is his
[Refrão]
Bm A Bm
The lowlands were my home when I was but a child
A Bm
they will be my deathbed when I've passed my time
{Instrumental}
G G D D A A Bm Bm A A Bm Bm
[Verso 2]
D G D
I remember one summer day the clouds began to build
A Bm
We gathered the cattle that had scattered cross the fields
D G D
Well it started to rain and continued several days
A Bm
The river overflowed and the crops all went to waste
{Instrumental}
A A Bm Bm A A Bm Bm
[Verso 3]
D G D
You know that I'm no failure through my victories are few
A Bm
I'm trying my best but there's too much here to do
D G D
That girl I love once told me I made her feel secure
A Bm
It's hard to think I've been replaced. Nothing does endure.
[Refrão]
Bm A Bm A A Bm Bm
The lowlands were my home when I was but a child
A Bm A A Bm Bm
they will be my deathbed when I've passed my time
How to play The Lowlands
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.