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Sichuan Lullaby
Key: A minor~56 BPMGuitar & Piano chordsOriginal · Sichuan, China
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Sichuan Lullaby Lyrics. An original lullaby inspired by Sichuan, the misty mountain province in southwestern China famous as the homeland of the giant panda. Here you will find the lyrics, meaning, and chords.
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Lyrics & chords
An original arrangement, with guitar & piano chords above each line.
Verse
Am Dm Am
Sleep now, little one, the bamboo leaves are still,
Dm Am E7
the mist is rolling gently down the emerald hill.
Am Dm Am
Sleep now, little panda, curled up safe and sound,
Dm Am E7
tomorrow’s mountain sunrise will come find you, all around.
In English
What the words mean
“Sleep now, little one, the bamboo leaves are still, the mist is rolling gently down the emerald hill. Sleep now, little panda, curled up safe and sound, tomorrow’s mountain sunrise will come find you, all around.”
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Chords — guitar & piano
Am
Guitar
Piano
Dm
Guitar
Piano
E7
Guitar
Piano
Good to know
What “Sichuan Lullaby” Means
Sichuan, in southwestern China, is the traditional homeland of the giant panda and is known for its misty mountains, bamboo forests, and bold cuisine. This original lullaby, written in English, draws on Sichuan’s most iconic image — the panda — set against its mountain landscape, offered as a respectful tribute to the region.
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