100 Steps
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This song initially appeared as a bonus track on the Circa album Blue Sky Noise, but I
like it a lot better in this style.
verse 1:
E F#m
Why's the pattern gotta change
E F#m E F#m
We don't see life exactly the same
E F#m
Always
E F#m
What about a better place
E F#m
I know I'm forgetful
E F#m
My memory's a race
E F#m
Always
E F#m x8
Oooh . . .
Chorus
A B A
There's always one hundred steps ahead
A B
There's always one hundred
A Am
Steps ahead Steps ahead
Transition:
E Fm x4
Oooh . . .
verse 2
E F#m
Why'd we have to separate
E F#m E F#m
We don't feel anything exactly the same
E F#m
Always
E F#m
Nothing's ever gonna change
E F#m
I know I'm a liar
E F#m
At least that's the same
E F#m
As always
E F#m x4
Oooh . . .
E F#m
Why's the pattern rearranged
E F#m
I know I'm forgetful
E F#m
My memory's erased
E F#m
Always
E F#m
What about a better place
E F#m E F#m
We don't see anything exactly the same
E F#m
Always
E F#m x4
Oooh . . .
Chorus
A B A
There's always one hundred steps ahead
A B
There's always one hundred
A Am
Steps ahead Steps ahead
Outro:
E F#m
Why's the pattern gotta change
E F#m E F#m
We don't see life exactly the same
E
Always
How to play 100 Steps
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.