A Common Disaster
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Cm
A candle burning for everything I've ever wanted.
Cm
A tattoo burned for everything I've ever wanted and lost.
Bb
I had a long list of names that I kept in my back pocket,
Cm
but I've cut it down to one and your name's at the top.
Chorus
F Bb Cm
Won't you share a common disaster
Eb F Bb
Share with me a common disaster
Dm Eb Cm
Oh oh, a common disaster
Cm
I found myself a friend, but he's crooked as a stick in water.
Cm
So now I'm writing fairy tales to catch the spirit of revenge.
Bb
He's got a plan to steal my little sister,
Cm
but I'm not too concerned 'cause I will get him in the end.
Chorus
F Eb Cm
Won't you share a common disaster
Eb F Bb
Share with me a common disaster
Dm Eb Cm
Oh oh, a common disaster
Solo on First Half Of Verse, First Line of Chorus
Cm
Going to find me someone to share a common disaster.
Cm
Run away with me from a life so cramped and dull.
Bb
Not worry too much about the happily-ever-after.
Cm
Just keep the Caddie moving 'til we're well beyond that hill.
Chorus
F Eb Cm
Won't you share a common disaster
Eb F Bb
Share with me a common disaster
Dm Eb Cm
Oh oh, a common disaster
How to play A Common Disaster
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Cm. 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.