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Magdalena

Donny Hathaway

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Magdalena by Donny Hathaway in the key of C

Level: Advanced Decade: 1970s Genre: R&B / Soul Theme: Longing / Distance Mood: Sad / Melancholy View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
Cmaj7 C7 C6 C(addb13)(x2)

Verse 1
CMagdalena Sits In Her Chair
CSpeaking On The Mass
CShe Talks In Splice And Splinters
CShe Laughs Not Breaking Glass
She FSay That She Would Have Me
FSpirit Her Away
CStealing All My Images
Till There's CNothin' Left To Say

Chorus
Oh, MagdB7(sus4)alena    B7   D7(sus4)​
Nothing Like The Saint You CAre
Your CLove Is Like A Razor F/C    C  F/C    C  F/C    C​
My CHeart Is Just AFm9 Scar
Oh, Magdalena  D7(sus4)​
Nothing Like The Saint You CAre

Verse 2
CMagdalena Lying There
Could CMake A Dancer Stumble
CMake A Preacher Bite His Tongue
And CLeave Him With The Mumbles
And FIf You Think I'm Crazy Babe
FOr That I'm Funnin' You
CJust Pay Your Dues And Lose Your Blues
CWhen Maggie Is Kissing You

Chorus
|G6/9|
Oh, Magdalena
Oh, MagdB7(sus4)alena    B7   D7(sus4)​
Nothing Like The Saint You CAre
Oh, MagdB7(sus4)alena    B7   D7(sus4)​
Nothing Like The Saint You CAre
Your CLove Is Like A Razor F/C    C  F/C    C  F/C    C​
My CHeart Is Just AFm9 Scar

Outro
Oh, MagdalD7(sus4)ena
Nothing Like The Saint You CAre
Also available in: G (Original) D E A

FAQ

What are the chords for Magdalena?

The chords for Magdalena are: Cmaj7, C7, C6, C(addb13), C, F, B7(sus4), B7, D7(sus4), F/C, Fm9

What is the original key of Magdalena?

The original key is G.

What is the difficulty of playing Magdalena?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Magdalena in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can Magdalena be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play Magdalena on ukulele?

Chord Magdalena can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Magdalena?

Magdalena uses 11 chords: Cmaj7, C7, C6, C(addb13), C, F, B7(sus4), B7, D7(sus4), F/C, Fm9

What is the easiest way to play Magdalena?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was Magdalena released in?

Magdalena was released in the 1970s. See more 1970s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Magdalena?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Magdalena to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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