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Intro: G C C D G C C D
G C
I hear you talk about your childhood days
Am C D
And a story you once told, how you were nine years old
G C
And all you wanted was a horse to ride
Am C D
But your mama never knew you'd be leavin' her behind
G C
It's no wonder why you roam
G C
Wild horses always run free
Am
And I can hear her now
C D
As she walked the floor back and forth
G
Your mama should have bought you a rockin' horse
G C C D
G C
I was warned about guys like you
Am C D
But girls like me, like to have fun too
G C
Holdin' on just as long as I can
Am C
Tryin' to keep you in one place
D
And that's how it's always been
G C
It's no wonder why you roam
G C
Wild horses always run free
Am
And I swear out loud
C D
As I walk this floor back and forth
G
Your mama should have bought you a rockin' horse
G C C D
Am C D
I can feel it in the chilly wind
Am C D
It won't be long and you'll be coming home again
G C
It's no wonder why you roam
G C
Wild horses always run free
Am
And I swear out loud
C D
As I walk this floor back and forth
G
Your mama should have bought you a rockin' horse
G C C D (repeat to fade)
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. 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.