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[Intro]
D Bm G Dsus4 D G D Asus4 A D
[Verse]
And the Bmoil fields fed our Dfamily
Beneath the Gamber waves of Dgrain
BmGod, he was our Dsavior
Though his Gname was spoke in Avain
My Ddad would leave for work each Bmmorning
In the Gtwilight's last Egleaming
Because every Dday GI'd Dawaken
To the Asus4AmericAan DDream
[Outro]
Bm D G D Bm D G A D Bm G E D G D Asus4 A D

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American Dream

by Garth Brooks

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

Dsus4

Asus4

[Intro]

D Bm G Dsus4 D G D Asus4 A D

[Verse]

Bm D

And the oil fields fed our family

G D

Beneath the amber waves of grain

Bm D

God, he was our savior

G A

Though his name was spoke in vain

D Bm

My dad would leave for work each morning

G E

In the twilight's last gleaming

D G D

Because every day I'd awaken

Asus4 A D

To the American Dream

[Outro]

Bm D G D Bm D G A D Bm G E D G D Asus4 A D

About American Dream Chords by Garth Brooks

Learn how to play American Dream by Garth Brooks with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “American Dream chords”, “American Dream guitar chords”, or “Garth Brooks American Dream 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 American Dream chords and for experienced players who want accurate American Dream lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include D, Bm, G, Dsus4, Asus4, A.

FAQ — American Dream by Garth Brooks

How do I play "American Dream" by Garth Brooks on guitar?

Open the free chords for "American Dream" by Garth Brooks 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.

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Yes. The chords for "American Dream" by Garth Brooks are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "American Dream" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "American Dream"?

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

Is "American Dream" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "American Dream" by Garth Brooks with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Garth Brooks below.

What key is "American Dream" in?

The chords for "American Dream" show the original chord names (including D, Bm, G, Dsus4, Asus4, A). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.