Angel On Paper
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C G D7 G
An angel on paper that's all that's left for me
G7 C
I sit here and look at your picture tonight
D7 G
Oh how my empty arms long to hold you tight
G7 C
Your footsteps say you walked away out into the night
D7 G
A star just fell the moon just hit my angel's out of sight
C G D7 G
An angel on paper that's all that's left for me
C G A7 D7
No more to see your loving face you're just a memory
G G7 C
Why did I have to fall so hard I knew it couldn't be
D7 G
An angel's face on paper that's all that's left for me
G7 C
Why does it seem the nicest things in life don't come to stay
D7 G
You took the thrill of living when you walked away
G7 C
My friends say not to worry now a new love there will be
D7 G
An angel's face on paper that's all that's left for me
C G D7 G
An angel on paper that's all that's left for me
C G A7 D7
No more to see your loving face you're just a memory
G G7 C
Why did I have to fall so hard I knew it couldn't be
D7 G
An angel's face on paper that's all that's left for me
How to play Angel On Paper
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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.