Absence
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G C
Silence is simply the absence of sound
D7 G
Darkness the absence of light
G7 C Am
My life is made up of silence and darkness
D7 G
Since the absence of you from my side
C G
We became birds of a different feather
D7 G D7
Encountering storms we could neither one weather
G C
I define anyone to define me your way
D7 G
My heart can't go on this a-way
C
Nearness is simply the absence of absence
D7 G
Wrong is the absence of right
G7 C Am
My life is made up of the absence of nearness
D7 G
Since the absence of you from my side
C G
We became birds of a different feather
D7 G D7
Encountering storms we could neither one weather
G C
I define anyone to define me your way
D7 C D7 G
My heart can't go on this a-w-a-y
How to play Absence
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 G. 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.