Wayfairing Stranger
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Intro: Am
[Verso 1]
Am
I am a poor wayfaring stranger
Dm Am
Traveling through this world of woe
Em Am
There is no sickness, toil, nor danger
Dm Am
In that bright land to which I go
[Refrão]
F C
I'm going there to see my father
F E7
I'm going there, no more to roam
Am
I'm only going over Jordan
Dm Am
I'm only going over home
Instrumental / Break
Am Dm Am
[Verso 2]
Am
I know dark clouds will gather o'er me
Dm Am
I know my way is rough and steep
Am
But beauteous fields lie just before me
Dm Am
Where God's redeemed, their vigils keep
[Refrão]
F C
I'm going there to see my mother
F E7
She said she'd meet me when I come
Am
I'm only going over Jordan
Dm Am
I'm only going over home
Outro:
Am Dm Am
How to play Wayfairing Stranger
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Am. 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.