Traditional - The Yellow Rose of Texas (Kalimba Tab)

"The Yellow Rose of Texas" is a traditional American folk song dating back to the 19th century. It tells the story of a soldier who encounters a beautiful woman, the "Yellow Rose of Texas," while stationed in Texas during the Mexican-American War. The soldier is so captivated by her beauty that he becomes determined to win her affection. The lyrics describe his efforts to court her, including wearing a "buckskin jacket" and "sandals" to impress her. The song's chorus celebrates the woman's charm and the soldier's longing to be reunited with her, portraying her as a symbol of Texas and the soldier's desire to return to the Lone Star State. 

Letter notes

G F E G G G A G

FEG C° D°E° E°

GE° E° E° E° D° C°

B C° D°E° D°G

F E G G G A G F

EG C° D°E° E°

G F° F° F° F° E° D° C°

C° G E° D° C° 

Number notation

5 4 3 5 5 5 6 5

435 1° 2°3° 3°

53° 3° 3° 3° 2° 1°

7 1° 2°3° 2°5

4 3 5 5 5 6 5 4

35 1° 2°3° 3°

5 4° 4° 4° 4° 3° 2° 1°

1° 5 3° 2° 1°

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