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Empty Bed Blues
The story behind the song
"Empty Bed Blues" finds Johnny Horton stepping away from the historical sagas he was known for, like "The Battle of New Orleans" or "North to Alaska." Here, the focus is squarely on personal lament, as the singer wakes to a lonely morning. The "empty bed blues" capture that hollow feeling when someone is missing, even as the sun rises. It's a simple, direct expression of longing that many can relate to.
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Empty Bed Blues
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Empty Bed Blues
by Johnny Horton
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About Empty Bed Blues Chords by Johnny Horton
Learn how to play Empty Bed Blues by Johnny Horton with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Empty Bed Blues chords”, “Empty Bed Blues guitar chords”, or “Johnny Horton Empty Bed Blues chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Empty Bed Blues chords and for experienced players who want accurate Empty Bed Blues lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C, C7, F, G7.
FAQ — Empty Bed Blues by Johnny Horton
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What key is "Empty Bed Blues" in?
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