Blues As Blues Can Get
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Intro:
Em D C D Em D C D
Verse:
Em G7
Gonna sit right down in my easy chair
Cmaj7 Am/F# B7
Pull out a deck of cards, play some solitaire
Em G7
Break out a bottle, wash me a glass
Cmaj7 B7sus4 B7
To keep me company 'til the feelings pass
[Refrão]C G/B Am G/B
Everybody needs something to do
C G/B Am D G
Me, I'll just sit here and think about you
C G/B Am B7
It might seem hopeless, but it ain't that bad yet
Am/F# B7 Em (to intro chords)
It's just the blues as blues can get...
verse 2:
I need to call somebody, someone I can trust
I need the number for lovers' anonymous
I'll tell 'em my story, hope they understand
Maybe they can explain it to me'cause I don't think I can
Chorus
I'll take your picture down from my wall
Try to remember the thrill of it all
I know it's over, but it ain't over yet
It's just the blues as blues can get...
Interlude:
Em D C D
Em D C B7
Chorus:
Why fight the feeling when I can't fight back the tears
I stare at the ceiling and wish that you were here
I'm going crazy, but I ain't crazy yet
It's just the blues as blues can get...
Outro (repeat to fade):
Em D C D
How to play Blues As Blues Can Get
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 Em. 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.