Traveling Alone
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Intro: D A/C# Bm Bm/A G (x2)
verse 1
D A/C# Bm G
With my free hand I'll flag it down this oncoming day
D A/C# Bm G
I'll hitch a ride far from this town and be on my way
A Em F#m G
In this world of beginners singled out their faces unknown
A Em F#m G
These saints and these sinners agendas of their own
D A/C# Bm Bm/A G
All traveling alone
verse 2
D A/C# Bm G
From the dreams at hand there's no divorce in sickness and in health
D A/C# Bm G
It's a fever that must run its course before you are well
A Em F#m G
For worse or for better whichever way the wind may blow
A Em F#m G
We're in this together with hang ups of our own
D A/C# Bm Bm/A G
We're traveling alone
D A/C# Bm Bm/A G
Traveling alone
Bridge
A Em F#m G
For worse or for better we've set out on that road
verse 3
D A/C# Bm G
Oh, it's one on one you and your soul and nobody else
D A/C# Bm G
Just look around this train is full of folks who keep to themselves
A Em F#m G
These faces in windows heading out for places unknown
A Em F#m G
Though lives intermingle our thoughts are left to roam
D A/C# Bm Bm/A G
All traveling alone
D A/C# Bm Bm/A G
Traveling alone
D A/C# Bm Bm/A G
Traveling alone
Outro
D A/C# Bm Bm/A G D
How to play Traveling Alone
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 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.