Break Even
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Afinação: E A D G B ETecla: ECapotraste: Sem capotraste
As recorded by The Wilder Blue
(From the 2023 Album SUPER NATURAL)
[Chorus]
N.C. E
I don’t need to be rich, just trying to break even
B
I don’t need to be the one in charge, I just want to be free
E A
I ain’t trying to tell nobody what to believe in
E B E
I just thank God I got somebody who believes in me
[Verse 1]
E A
Well I’ve carried this load down this road already
E B
Still here I am, back at the starting line
Bm E A
Wondering what it’s gonna take to catch that break already
E B E
Hand wrestling every day with the devil in my own mind
[Verse 2]
E A
Well I’ve been bruised and I’ve been burned, but I’ve learned a few good lessons
E B
About what it’s like to strike out on your own
Bm E A
Life’s a game and I keep you guessing, it’s a burden and
A
It’s a blessing
E B E
It’s a rough and rocky old road for a rolling stone
[Chorus]
N.C. E
I don’t need to be rich, just trying to break even
B
I don’t need to be the one in charge, I just want to be free
E A
I ain’t trying to tell nobody what to believe in
E B E
I just thank God I got somebody who believes in me
[Bridge]
C#m E
No winds may swirl, I’m still gonna sing
F# B
To the big old world that don’t owe me a thing
[Instrumental Interlude]
Bm E B Bm E A
E B A
[Verse 3]
E A
When I think about the size and the scope of the human drama
E B
I recognize I play the smallest role
Bm E A
But when I set my suitcase down and hug the kids and kiss their mama
E B E
Well there ain’t no solace sweeter to my soul
[Chorus]
N.C. E
I don’t need to be rich, just trying to break even
B7
I don’t need to be the one in charge, I just want to be free, free, free
E A
I ain’t trying to tell nobody what to believe in
E B E
I just thank God I got somebody who believes in me
A E B E
Hey, hey, I should thank God for all the fine people who believes in me
How to play Break Even
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.