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Key
Am Major
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Zolita’s viral hit resonates deeply with eldest daughters everywhere, exploring themes of responsibility, people-pleasing, and growing up too fast. Four simple chords carry powerful lyrics.
Indie Pop (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep the strumming steady and let the lyrics carry the emotion. The minor key gives it the right introspective feel. Play softly during the verse and open up for the chorus.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am F
I’m the eldest daughter
C G
I never got to be young
Am F
Took care of everybody
C G
Forgot about myself
Chorus
Am F
I’m the eldest daughter
C G
I’m everyone’s mother
Am F
I put the world on my shoulders
C G
‘Cause nobody else would bother
Am F CG
I’m the eldest daughter
Verse 2
Am F
I learned to read the room
C G
Before I learned to read
Am F
Everyone else’s feelings
C G
Before I found my own