A Way To Survive
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C D7
I look at your picture too often
G7 C G7
It helps keep your memory alive
C D7
It's not healthy they say to relive yesterday
G7 C
But for me it's a way to survive
F G7 C F
I must cling to what's gone if I'm to go on
C G7 C G7
I can't face the future I've tried
C D7
Perhaps for the rest looking back isn't best
G7 C
But for me it's a way to survive
C D7
When my heart aches I read all your letters
G7 C G7
And the words make our love seem alive
C D7
They say I can't last if I live in the past
G7 C
But for me it's a way to survive
F G7 C F
I must cling to what's gone if I'm to go on
C G7 C G7
I can't face the future I've tried
C D7
Perhaps for the rest looking back isn't best
G7 C
But for me it's a way to survive
G7 C
But for me it's a way to survive
How to play A Way To Survive
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 C. 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.