99 miles from LA
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Intro
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Cmaj7
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Verse 1
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|-3-------3-------|-3-------3-------|-3-------3-------|-3-------3-------|
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Keeping my eyes on the road I
B
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see you.
Bbmaj7
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Keeping my hands on the wheel I
A
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hold you.
Abmaj7
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99 miles from L.A.
G
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|-3-------3-------|-3-------3-------|-3-------3-------|-3-------3-------|
I kiss you, I miss you please be
Cm
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there.
Verse 2 as verse 1
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The chorus alternates between Cm and G with the same pattern..
Verse 3 as before
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* Rich Kent; email r.p.kent@dur.ac.uk ; http://www.dur.ac.uk/~d213ga *
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How to play 99 miles from LA
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 Cmaj7. 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.