As Time Goes By
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Gm C7
You must remember this
Cm7 C7
A kiss is just a kiss,
F7M Gm Am
a sigh is just a sigh.
G7 Gm7
The fundamental things apply
C7 F7M
As time goes by.
Gm C7
And when two lovers woo
Cm7 C7
They still say, "I love you."
F7M Gm Am
On that you can rely
G7 Gm7
No matter what the future brings
C7 F7M F7
As time goes by.
Bb
Moonlight and love songs
D7
Never out of date
Gm7
Hearts full of passion
Fº
Jealousy and hate.
Dm7 Bb
Woman needs man
G7 C Cº
And man must have his mate
Gm7(4) C7
That no one can deny.
Gm C7
It's still the same old story
Cm7 C7
A fight for love and glory
F7M Gm Am
A case of do or die
G7 Gm7
The world will always welcome lovers
C7 F7M
As time goes by.
G7 Gm7
Oh yes, the world will always welcome lovers
C7 F7M
As time goes by.
How to play As Time Goes By
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Gm. 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.