The Moonlight Song
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verse 1
C
Moonlight shining through the trees
F
Moonlight shining down on me
C G7
Lights the way for lovers in the dark
[Refrão]C
Moonbeams dance on rain-drenched trees
F
Sparkle for our eyes to see
C G7 C
Moonlight shine on down and shine on me
verse 2
C
Moonlight bathes the woods around
F
Paradise that we have found
C G7
Here among the trees and things we love
[Refrão]C
Shines on friends, all far away
F
Takes us to another day;
C G7 C
Moonlight shine on down and shine on me
verse 3
C
Layin' with the one I love
F
Lookin' at the moon above
C G7
Bein' where we really wanna be
[Refrão]C
The autumn winds for now are still
F
The moon shines on, it always will;
C G7 C
Moonlight shine on down and shine on me
C G7 F C
Moonlight shine on down and shine on me
How to play The Moonlight Song
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 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.