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Fdim A E7 Am7 E7 A6
A - mor, a - mor, a - mor --
 
E7 Am7 E7 F#m Am7 Bm7 E7
This word so sweet that I repeat means I adore you.
 
Bm Bm7/5- Bm7 Bm7/E
A - mor, a - mor, my love,
 
E7 Fdim E7 Bm7/5- D9 A
Would you deny this heart that I have placed before you?
 
Bridge:
 
C#m G#7
I can't find another word with meaning so clear,
 
G#7 C#m
My lips try to whisper sweeter things in your ear.
 
E A
But somehow or other, nothing sounds quite so dear,
 
B7 E7
As this soft caressing word I know.
 
Fdim A E7 Am7 E7 A6
A - mor, a - mor, my love,
 
E7 Am7 E7 F#m Am7 Bm7 E7
When you're away, there is no day, and nights are lone - ly.
 
Bm Bm7/5- Bm7 Bm7/E
A - mor, a - mor, my love,
 
E7 Fdim E7 Bm7/5- D9 A
Make life divine -- say you'll be mine and love me on - ly.

How to play Amor

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What is the starting chord?

The first identified chord is Fdim. 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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