Adam
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C
'Cause Adam, let me tell you a little something about life
F
She's a pretty little mistress with hearts for eyes
C
You want to hold on, but not too tight
F
So you never spend a sleepless night
C F
Thinking about things you know your heart can't change
G
'Cause I don't remember being promised another day
C
You got to look around to know who your real friends are
F
They're the ones you can count on, not shooting stars
C Am
You've gotta find a girl and treat her right
F
So you don't live too fast some nights
C Am F
Reaching for someone you know you'll never tame
G
Oh, we're living for something that someone takes away
C
'Cause I found out the meaning of life
D
Is the home is here that you want to cry
F
I may lift you up and teach you to fly
C
And this is my insight
C
And every time that you can't believe
D
Just where you are at, just hold on and see
F
And learn to live and love and on
C
You'll see your bright side
C
'Cause Adam, let me tell you a little something about life
F
She's a pretty little mistress with hearts for eyes
C F
You want to hold on, but not too tight so you
How to play Adam
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.