Thorn Tree In The Garden
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Emaj7 F#m/E
There's a thorn tree in the garden, if you know just what I mean
Emaj7 F#m/E
And I hate to hurt your feelings but its not the way it seems
Emaj7 F#m/E Emaj7 F#m/E
'Cause I miss her
Emaj7 F#m/E
She's the only girl I've cared for, the only one I've known
Emaj7 F#m/E
And no one ever shared more love than we've known
Emaj7 E7
And I miss her
A
But it all seems so strange to see
Emaj7
That she'd never turn her back on me
A B7 E7
And leave without a last goodbye
A
And if she winds up walking the streets
Emaj7
Loving every other man she meets
A B7
Who'll be the one to answer why?
Emaj7 E7 A Am E
Lord, I hope it's not me, it's not me
Emaj7 F#m/E
And if I never see her face again, I never hold her hand
Emaj7 F#m/E
And if she's in somebody's arms, I know I'll understand
Emaj7 E7 A Am E Emaj7
But I miss that girl I still miss that girl
A Am E Emaj7 A Am E
Maybe someday soon, someway
Emaj7: 0 2 2 4 4 4
F#m/E: 0 4 4 2 2 2
NOTE: Obviously, there are two guitars playing. The other one is
hitting the same four harmonics over and over.
(from Layla, 1970)
(sent by Harlan at harlant@hawaii.edu)
How to play Thorn Tree In The Garden
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Emaj7. 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.