Yearning
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C G7
The song bird yearns to sing a love song
C
The roses yearns just for the dew
F D7
The whole world's yearning for the sun-shine
G7
I have a yearning too
C F C G7 C
Year-ning just for you that's all I do my dear
F C G7 C
Learn-ing why I'm blue I wish that you were near
Em B7 Em
Smiles have turned to tears days have turned to years
C F C G7 C
Year-ning just for you I hope that you yearn too
Em B7 Em
Smiles have turned to tears days have turned to years
C F C G7 C
Year-ning just for you I hope that you yearn too
How to play Yearning
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.