Better This Way
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F#m E
Assume we lie on a serious side
D A
You’re the cold I’ve taken home
F#m E
Inside my lungs, air’s consumed by thought
D
And the pressure keeps them tight
F#m D A E
You like it better that way
F#m D Bm E
You like it better that way
F#m
To sleep it off
E
Felt you open up
D A
But you still see me wrong
F#m A D E
Deny, deny, well i'm waking up
F#m D A E
You like me better that way
F#m D Bm E
You like it better that way
D A
The needle says no, you decide its right
D A
You wait a little longer and design their rights
A
Design the rights
F#m D A E
You like me better that way
F#m D Bm E
You like it better that way
How to play Better This Way
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is F#m. 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.