1000 Miles Chords by The Proclaimers
Introduction
"1000 Miles" is a popular song by the Scottish duo The Proclaimers, from their 1987 album "This Is the Story". The song became a hit single and has since become one of the band's most iconic songs. Here, we'll provide you with the chords to play "1000 Miles" on your guitar.
Chords
Verse
G G7 C C7
G G7 C C7
Chorus
Em C G D
Em C G D
Bridge
Am F G C
Am F G C
Chord Progression
The song follows a simple and catchy chord progression. For the verse, repeat the sequence G - G7 - C - C7 twice. For the chorus, repeat the sequence Em - C - G - D twice. The bridge follows the sequence Am - F - G - C twice.
Chord Finger Positions
Here are the chord finger positions for each chord:
G
320003
G7
320001
C
032010
C7
032013
Em
022030
Am
x02210
F
133211
D
000232
Tips and Variations
- Use a moderate tempo and strumming pattern to match the song's upbeat mood.
- Experiment with adding seventh chords (e.g., G7, C7) to give the song a richer sound.
- Try adding a simple lead guitar part or harmonies to enhance the song's arrangement.
Conclusion
With these chords, you're ready to start playing "1000 Miles" by The Proclaimers! Practice the chord progression and finger positions to get a feel for the song's catchy rhythm and melody. Happy playing!
