Waikiki
View chords used in this chart
F E7
There's a feeling deep in my heart
F D7
Stabbing at me just like a dart
Gm C7 F C7
It's a feeling heavenly
F E7
I see memories out of the past
F D7
Memories that always will last
G7 C7
Of a place beside the sea
F F7
Waikîkî
Bb Bbm
At night when the shadows are falling
F Dm G7
I hear the rolling surf calling
Gm7 C7 F
Calling and calling to me
F F7
Waikîkî
Bb Bbm
Tis for you that my heart is yearning
F Dm G7
My thoughts are always returning
Gm7 C7 F E7
Out there to you across the sea
A Bm E
Your tropic nights and your wonderful charms
A Bm E
Are ever in my memory
A Bm E
And I recall when I held in my arms
Am Gm7 C7
An angel sweet and heavenly
F F7
Waikîkî
Bb Bbm
My whole life is empty without you
F Dm G7
I miss that magic about you
Gm7 C7 F D7
Magic beside the sea
Gm C7
Magic of Waikîki
How to play Waikiki
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is F. 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.