The Water Is Wide
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[Verso 1]
C
The water is wide, I can't cross over
Am G
And neither have I wings to fly
Em F
Give me a boat that can carry two
C
And both shall row, my love and I
[Verso 2]
C
Down in the meadow the other day
Am G
A-gathering flowers, both bright and gay
Em F
Gathering flowers, both red and blue
C
I little thought what love could do
[Verso 3]
C
There is a ship that sails the sea
Am G
She's loaded deep as deep can be
Em F
But not so deep as the love I'm in
C
I know not how I sink or swim
[Verso 4]
C
For love is gentle and love is true
Am G
And love's a pleasure when first it's new
C F
But love grows old and waxes cold
C
And fades away like morning dew
Instrumental Break
C
[Verso 5]
C
The water is wide, I can't cross over
Am G
And neither have I wings to fly
C F
Give me a boat that can carry two
C
And both shall row, my love and I
How to play The Water Is Wide
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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.