Time Was
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Dm Gm6
Time was I had a dream
A Dm
The sky was so blue, the meadow so green
Gm6 Dm
A time in the fire of my youth
Bb A
A time when a dreamer had time for a dream to come true
D F# G A D F# G A
Oh, but time is a handful of sand to an old man
D F# G A Bm
While time is a warm place to stand for a young man
E7 G C A
To stand any man with a young girl watching the tide roll in
Time was I had a dream
Certain and sure I could do anything
A time so long ago Once I knew
A place in my heart where a dream would come true
Oh time is a rock and roll band to a young man
While time is a warm loving hand to an old man
A strong loving shoulder to lean on and watch the children at play
D F# G A D F# G A
Time was I had a dream
D F# G A D F# G A
Time was I had a dream
Bm G
My dream was to stand here and sing
D Em G A
Stand here and sing
Dm Gm6
I have had mountains and mountains
A Dm
And mountains in the palm of my hand
How to play Time Was
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Dm. 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.