A Hug Works
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[Intro ]
Bb C A G
verse 1
C
I just stopped by to say hello
C
to show you care to let them know
Am F
but you can’t find the words to say
C
you stumble and you mumble and
G
your tongue’s in the way
Chorus
F C F C
But here’s a little secret that I’m happy to share
F C G
another way to show that you really care
C F
A hug works when nothing else will do
C F
A hug works to help you make it through
Am F
A hug works I know that it’s true
C
a hug works
Am G
verse 2
C
Flowers smell nice a smile shows you care
C
balloons look cool but they can run out of air
Am F
Cards bring a smile and candy tastes sweet
C
a text is cute but feels
G
incomplete
Chorus
F C F C
But here’s a little secret that I’m happy to share
F C G
another way to show that you really care
C F
A hug works when nothing else will do
C F
A hug works to help you make it through
Am F
A hug works I know that it’s true
C
a hug works
Interlude
Am G
Bridge
Am G
We can hug with our arms we can hug with a smile
F G
we can hug with kind words and every once in awhile
Am F
we can even hug with a song
F G
everybody sing along
Chorus 2
C F
A hug works when nothing else will do
C F
A hug works to help you make it through
Am F
A hug works I know that it’s true
C F
A hug works to help you make it through
C F
A hug works when nothing else will do
Am F G
A hug works I know that it’s true
C
a hug works
How to play A Hug Works
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bb. 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.