1963
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[Intro: ]Eb A#
Eb
It was January, 1963
A#
When Johnny came home with a gift for me
Eb
He said I bought it for you because I love you
A#
And I bought it for you because it's your birthday, too
Eb
He was so very nice, he was so very kind
A# Eb
To think of me at this point in time
A#
I used to think of him, he used think of me
C
He told me to close my eyes
A#
My gift would be a great surprise
G#
I saw tears were in his eyes
G
He never meant to hurt me
C F
Oh, God, Johnny, don't point that gun at me
G
There's so many ways our lives have changed
A# G#
But please, I beg, don't do this to me
C F
Johnny, don't point that gun at me
G
Can I save my life at any price?
A# G# (Intro)
For God's sake won't you listen to me?
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How to play 1963
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Eb. 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.