Black Balloon
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Am C
Elevator straight into my skull
Am C
the escalator rises as it falls
G F
i swear our jet is crashing in my mind
G Em
you can hold on but i wouldn't waste your time
F Am
Farewell my black balloon
F F7M
Farewell my black balloon
Am C
I've stood in a thousand street scenes
Am C
just around the corner from you
G F
on the edge of a dream that you have
G Em
has anybody ever told you, it's not coming true?
F Am
Farewell my black balloon
F A
Farewell my black balloon
A G D A
Ah ah ah ah - ah ah ah ah - ah ah ah ah ah - ah ah ah ah (2x)
How to play Black Balloon
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 Am. 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.