Backslide
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C G7 C C7
I'm walking the straight and the narrow
F C
With my mind set on one goal
F C A7
But with each new day is a dawning
D7 G7
Ah we never know what tomorrow may hold
C G7 C C7
So follow close beside me
F C
So I'll know where you can be found
F C A7
Cause if I ever decide to backslide
C G7 C C7
Honey you'll be my first step down
F C
But if I ever decide to backslide
F C
Baby you'll be my first step down
F C A7
And unless I'm badly disappointed
D7 G7
I wanna never never never ever slide another round
C G7 C C7
Cause I I've been lookin' you over
F C
From the top of your head right on down to the ground
F C A7
But if I ever decide to backslide
C G7 C
Honey you'll be my first step down
F C A7
Yes if I ever decide to backslide
C G7 C
Baby you'll be my first step down
How to play Backslide
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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.