Captain of a shipwreck Chords
by Neil Diamond
Captain of a shipwreck by Neil Diamond is a moderately challenging guitar song played in the key of C. It uses the chords C, F, Am7, G, Fsus2 and Em. Use the transpose and diagram tools on this page to change the key, see each shape, or simplify the chords.
C F C
I was lost until you found me
Am7 F G
You're the reason for my today
F G C
Was tempest tossed, now I sleep soundly
G Fsus2 C
Thanks to you I gladly say
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G C
That if your goldmine comes up empty
G C
I'll be there to work the claim
Em F
If you're a captain of a shipwreck
C G C
I'll be firstmate to your shame
C F C
Trust in me to share your burden
Am7 F G
Stand by you where I belong
F G C
When life brings a day uncertain
G Fsus2 C
I will soothe you with my song
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C F C
Fear no flood in stormy weather
Am7 F G
Fear no fire if winds arise
F G C
Flesh and blood, I'm yours forever
G Fsus2 C
And forever, it never dies
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Em F
If you're a captain of a shipwreck
Em F
You can find me up on the top deck
Em F
You'll be captain of a shipwreck
C G C
I'll be firstmate to your shame.