Now playing

Mayflower

Chords

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

Mayflower       By Rich Dombroskie
[Intro]     Am     G   Am     G    Am    G    F  Am  
[Verse 1]
AmDarkness came eaCrly, as the Gsnow began a swiAmrling
The lake began to gCrowl, as the wGind it did hAmowl
Although it looked tCired, the eGngine still fiAmred
The MaGyflower, had jFust one more rAmun
[Verse 2]
AmIt was in NCovember, the yGear 1912Am  
AmChugged out of the BCay, fGor it,s final Amday
AmThe Captain and crCew, with passGengers so Amfew 
AmAhoy yelled the mGate, as they heFaded south on Kaminiskeg 
AmLake
[Verse 3]
AmThe steamwheeler moved Con toward ComGbermere TAmown
AmCarrying the cCorpse of one HGerman BrownAm  
AmIn a coffin so fCine, made of loGcal white Ampine
AmOh MGayflower, jFust one more rAmun
[Verse 3]
AmThe night grew cCold as the stGorm it took hAmold
AmWhitecaps did rCise, to an eGnormous sizAme
AmThe hull took a tChrashing, as the waGves kept on crashiAmng
AmThe Mayflower was dyGin, as the pFassengers were crAmying
[Verse 4]
AmThe Mayflower went dCown with haGrdly a soAmund
AmSeveral met their kCeeper, as that bGoat, it sank dAmeeper
AmThey just coCuldn,t escape, that tGreacherous LAmake
AmT,was a disastrous pGlight, oFn that fateful nAMight
[Verse 5]
AmAlthough seven dCied, a miGracle kept three men aAmlive
AmWhen Mr Brown,s cCoffin, came uGp from the boAmttom
AmClinging to the Cbox, they floated Gto the nearest roAmcks
AmSpent a frigid niGght, not giFving up their fAmight
[Verse 5]
AmIf you ever pass this wCay, on a vGery clear dAmay
AmWhere Kaminiskeg fClows from the GMasawaska RiAmver
AmYou will feel a cChill where the MGayflower lies so stAmill
AmIn her wGatery gFrave foAmrever

All chords in this song (4)

🎸 Tips from players

Got a tip for playing this song — capo position, easier chords, strumming? Be the first to share one.

Chord Book

670,000+ free guitar chords · free-chords.com

Mayflower

by Rich Dombroskie

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

Mayflower By Rich Dombroskie

Am G Am G Am G F Am

[Intro]

[Verse 1]

Am C G Am

Darkness came early, as the snow began a swirling

C G Am

The lake began to growl, as the wind it did howl

C G Am

Although it looked tired, the engine still fired

G F Am

The Mayflower, had just one more run

[Verse 2]

Am C G Am

It was in November, the year 1912

Am C G Am

Chugged out of the Bay, for it,s final day

Am C G Am

The Captain and crew, with passengers so few

Am G F

Ahoy yelled the mate, as they headed south on Kaminiskeg

Lake

[Verse 3]

Am C G Am

The steamwheeler moved on toward Combermere Town

Am C G Am

Carrying the corpse of one Herman Brown

Am C G Am

In a coffin so fine, made of local white pine

Am G F Am

Oh Mayflower, just one more run

[Verse 3]

Am C G Am

The night grew cold as the storm it took hold

Am C G Am

Whitecaps did rise, to an enormous size

Am C G Am

The hull took a thrashing, as the waves kept on crashing

Am G F Am

The Mayflower was dyin, as the passengers were crying

[Verse 4]

Am C G Am

The Mayflower went down with hardly a sound

Am C G Am

Several met their keeper, as that boat, it sank deeper

Am C G Am

They just couldn,t escape, that treacherous Lake

Am G F AM

T,was a disastrous plight, on that fateful night

[Verse 5]

Am C G Am

Although seven died, a miracle kept three men alive

Am C G Am

When Mr Brown,s coffin, came up from the bottom

Am C G Am

Clinging to the box, they floated to the nearest rocks

Am G F Am

Spent a frigid night, not giving up their fight

[Verse 5]

Am C G Am

If you ever pass this way, on a very clear day

Am C G Am

Where Kaminiskeg flows from the Masawaska River

Am C G Am

You will feel a chill where the Mayflower lies so still

Am G F Am

In her watery grave forever

About Mayflower Chords by Rich Dombroskie

Learn how to play Mayflower by Rich Dombroskie with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Mayflower chords”, “Mayflower guitar chords”, or “Rich Dombroskie Mayflower 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 Mayflower chords and for experienced players who want accurate Mayflower lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Am, G, F, C, AM.

FAQ — Mayflower by Rich Dombroskie

How do I play "Mayflower" by Rich Dombroskie on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Mayflower" by Rich Dombroskie on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "Mayflower" by Rich Dombroskie free?

Yes. The chords for "Mayflower" by Rich Dombroskie are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Mayflower" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Mayflower" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Mayflower"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Mayflower" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Mayflower" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Mayflower" by Rich Dombroskie with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Rich Dombroskie below.

What key is "Mayflower" in?

The chords for "Mayflower" show the original chord names (including Am, G, F, C, AM). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.