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Rockin In The Arms Of Your Memory

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[Intro]
A  A7  D
[Verse 1]
AThe first time I saw you
A7You were waiting tables at the corner dDiner
AI said to myself
A7Never seen a woman look any fDiner
GFrom that moment on
I was stone cold gone
You would be forever in my mDind
[Chorus]
Now sAomewhere in the neon lights
I'm hA7olding on for dear life
RocAking in the arms of your mA7emory toDnight
[Verse 2]
AIt was San Francisco
A7Silly suits and white ties by the bDay
AYou appeared with your papa
A7Tears were rolling down your mother's Dface
GEveryone was happy
Showered by well wishers as we drove aDway
[Chorus]
Now sAomewhere in the neon lights
I'm hA7olding on for dear life
RocAking in the arms of your mA7emory toDnight
[Bridge]
I'm lEm7iving but dBm7ying
I'm lEm7aughing but Bm7crying
SomeDbody tell me it will be alA7right
[Verse 3]
AI bought it for your birthday
A7God you looked so lovely in that dDress
AI took you to a party
A7Or was it to a nightclub I foDrget
GBeen twenty years and counting
I'm drowning in your love a little more each dDay
[Chorus]
Now sAomewhere in the neon lights
I'm hA7olding on for dear life
RocAking in the arms of your mA7emory toDnight

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The story behind the song

This song finds George Strait, an artist famed for pioneering neotraditional country with his authentic cowboy image, exploring a poignant theme. It speaks to the enduring presence of a loved one through memory, even when they are no longer physically near. The lyrics evoke the comfort and solace found in revisiting cherished moments, suggesting a deep connection that transcends absence. It plays like a tender reflection on how memories can keep a love alive.

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Rockin In The Arms Of Your Memory

by George Strait

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

Em7

Bm7

[Intro]

A A7 D

[Verse 1]

The first time I saw you

A7 D

You were waiting tables at the corner diner

I said to myself

A7 D

Never seen a woman look any finer

From that moment on

I was stone cold gone

You would be forever in my mind

[Chorus]

Now somewhere in the neon lights

I'm holding on for dear life

A A7 D

Rocking in the arms of your memory tonight

[Verse 2]

It was San Francisco

A7 D

Silly suits and white ties by the bay

You appeared with your papa

A7 D

Tears were rolling down your mother's face

Everyone was happy

Showered by well wishers as we drove away

[Chorus]

Now somewhere in the neon lights

I'm holding on for dear life

A A7 D

Rocking in the arms of your memory tonight

[Bridge]

Em7 Bm7

I'm living but dying

Em7 Bm7

I'm laughing but crying

D A7

Somebody tell me it will be alright

[Verse 3]

I bought it for your birthday

A7 D

God you looked so lovely in that dress

I took you to a party

A7 D

Or was it to a nightclub I forget

Been twenty years and counting

I'm drowning in your love a little more each day

[Chorus]

Now somewhere in the neon lights

I'm holding on for dear life

A A7 D

Rocking in the arms of your memory tonight

About Rockin In The Arms Of Your Memory Chords by George Strait

Learn how to play Rockin In The Arms Of Your Memory by George Strait with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Rockin In The Arms Of Your Memory chords”, “Rockin In The Arms Of Your Memory guitar chords”, or “George Strait Rockin In The Arms Of Your Memory 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 Rockin In The Arms Of Your Memory chords and for experienced players who want accurate Rockin In The Arms Of Your Memory lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include A, A7, D, G, Em7, Bm7.

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The chords for "Rockin In The Arms Of Your Memory" show the original chord names (including A, A7, D, G, Em7, Bm7). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.