Arthur's Theme (best That You Can Do)
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Em7 G/B A7
Once in your life you will find her
Dm7 D6 Bm Bm7/E
Someone who turns your heart around
G Em F#7 B7
And next thing you know you're closing down the town
Em7 A7
Wake up and it's still with you
Dm7 Bm Bm7/E
Even though you left her way across town
G Em F#7 B7
Wonderin' to yourself, "Hey, what have I found?"
G G/F# Em Em7 F#m Bm
When you get caught between the moon and New York City
G G/F# Em G/B D Dm7 B7
I know it's crazy but it's true
G G/F# Em Em7 F#m B7
If you get caught between the moon and New York City
G G/F# Em Em7
The best that you can do
G G/F# Em A7 D
The best that you can do is fall in love
Em7 G/B A7
Arthur, he does as he pleases
Dm7 D6 Bm Bm7/E
All of his life his master's toys
G Em F#7 B7
And deep in his heart he's just, he's just a boy
Em7 G/B A7
Living his life one day at a time
Dm7 D6 Bm Bm7/E
He's showing himself a pretty good time
G G/F# Em Em7 F#7 B7
He's laughing about the way they want him to be
Refrain
G G/F# Em Em7 F#m Bm
When you get caught between the moon and New York City
G G/F# Em G/B D Dm7 B7
I know it's crazy but it's true
G G/F# Em Em7 F#m B7
If you get caught between the moon and New York City
How to play Arthur's Theme (best That You Can Do)
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Em7. 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.