3am
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Transcribed by Brian Mesing ( bmesing@juno.com)
This is a great ballad. It's a simple chord progression, but it has a
lot of style and dynamics involved. Enjoy!
Intro: D Bm C A
(Verse 1)
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D2 Bm C A7
It's 3AM. And I'm awake and my heart is still dreaming.
D2 Bm C A7
It's 3AM. And outside I hear the souls still screaming.
D2 Bm C A7
It's been so long, you know since my head's been this clear.
D2 Bm C A7
Just like a ship lost in the night. I just don't know which way I
should steer.
(Chorus)
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Bm A7 Bm A7
But I'll keep chasing my dreams. And only you can make them real.
Bm A7
And I pour my heart out every night.
Bm A7
But do you know the way I feel?
(Verse 2)
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D2 Bm C A7
Sometimes this is work. And don't you know sometimes this is play.
D2 Bm C A7
Sometimes you are listening to me. And sometimes you don't hear a damn
word that I say.
D2 Bm C A7
Sometimes there's a girl. Sometimes I go home alone.
D2 Bm C A7
And I guess it's no wonder right now. That I do very well on my own.
(Repeat Chorus)
(Repeat verse 1 slower and arpegiate the chords)
End
How to play 3am
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 D. 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.