So Long Farewell

Intro: C, G, F, C, G, F

C                               F            C
You were almost sixteen when I came into the world.
Am                             G                        C
Mom and Dad had you first then 3 more boys I'm the baby girl.
Am                      G                       C               F
I sure have a lot to look up to in you, you're really smart and funny with a big heart too.
C                             F                   G
After one year of college you knew what you had to do.

C                               F            C
It's just like you wanting to help with the war.
Am              G                C
So you joined the army when I was only 4.
Am                      G                       C               F
This time of year we talk of big plans but you're over seas in some distant land.
C                             F               G
You can't be here for Christmas, I don't understand.




Chorus:
C               F
When are you coming home, Shaun?
C         G          F
When are you coming home?!
C               F               Am                G
We lit up the house like we always do but it doesn't seem bright 'cause we can't have you.
Am                                  F
In my prayers I ask God to keep you safe.
C                           F
And I'm trying to be really brave.
C                       Am
Tell me that the fighting's through.
     F          G
Come home!
               C
I really miss you.