Because We Are Young
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C G7
Because we are young they say I’ll forget you
C
They say I’ll forget that I ever met you
C7 F
And maybe they’re right but just for tonight
C G7 C
Don’t say we’re not right because we are young
F C
Though our love is young we still have control
D7 G7
We know we must wait without being told
C C7 F
We still have our pride we’ve nothing to hide
C G7 C
Don’t cast love aside because we are young
G7
I know they mean well when they criticize me
C
I wish in their hearts they knew what’s inside me
C7 F
I know my own heart love must have a start
C G7 C
Why keep us apart because we are young
F C
And someday I hope they’ll know how we feel
D7 G7
When they realize that our love is real
C C7 F
So please hold me tight and just for tonight
C G7 C
Don’t say we’re not right because we are young
How to play Because We Are Young
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
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.