You Can't Pick A Rose In December
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G D7 G G7
You can't pick a rose in December
C G
You can't build a snowman in July
D7 G Em
And if I told my heart it's best that we part
A7 D7
I know I'd be tellin' a lie
G D7 G
And you can't keep a sad heart from dreaming
C Am
And just laugh it off when you're blue
C G D7
You can't pick a rose in December
C D7 G
And I can't keep from loving you
G D7 G
And you can't keep a sad heart from dreaming
C Am
And just laugh it off when you're blue
C G D7
You can't pick a rose in December
C D7 G
And I can't keep from loving you
How to play You Can't Pick A Rose In December
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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.