Afraid - David Bowie
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[Intro]dução: Cm Bb F
 
Gm F C
i wish i was smarter
 
Gm F C
i got so lost on the shore
 
Gm F C
i wish i was taller
 
Gm F C
things really matter to me
 
Eb D
but i put my face in tomorrow
Bb F
i believe we're not alone
Eb D
i believe in beatles
Bb C
i believe my little soul has grown
 
Bb A
and i'm still so afraid
Bb A
yes, i'm still so afraid
Bb A Gm F C
yea, i'm still so afraid on my own
 
Gm F C
on my own
 
Gm F C
what made my life so wonderful?
Gm F C
what made me feel so bad?
Gm F C
i used to wake up the ocean
Gm F C
i used to walk on clouds
Eb D
if i put faith in medication
Bb F
if i can smile a crooked smile
Eb D
if i can talk on television
Bb C
if i can walk an empty mile
Bb A
then i won't feel afraid
Bb A
no, i won't feel afraid
Bb A
i won't be be afraid
Gm F C
anymore
Gm F C
anymore
Gm F C
anymore

How to play Afraid

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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.

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