Unknown Brother
View chords used in this chart
Intro: F#m G G# A A G# G F#m (6x)
D7/A E F#m G G# A A G# G F#m F#m G G# A
A A G# G F#m F#m G G#
Though I never met you, and we spoke not a word
I'll never forget you through stories that I heard
For you, unknown brother my baby's mother's pain
Your soul is in heaven but your memory remains
F#m G G# A A G# G F#m
Unknown, unknown brother
I'll meet you some day
Unknown, uknown brother
We'll walk through fields where children play
Your eyes shined bright when you were a kid
Your sisters loved you and all that you did
Big brother, big brother, don't worry a bit
Your flame has not faded since the day it was lit
F#m
Your life was joy
Bm
Your mommas only boy
Dm
And when the skies are blue
E7
Big brother
They're blue for you
We'll smile like pictures of you as a boy
Before you retire to heavenly joy
F#m G G# A A G# G F#m
Unknown, unknown brother
I'll meet you some day
Unknown, uknown brother
We'll walk through fields where children play
How to play Unknown Brother
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 F#m. 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.