Breaking Point - Peter Bjorn and John

Breaking Point

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verse 1
G D
In the European late October nights
 
Em Bm
Stay inside with your doubts
 
G D
In the quest of what it's worthwhile or just trite
 
Em Bm
On the couch, hypnotized
 
G D
It's a small step for humanity, a giant step for me
 
A G
I've been waiting for your kick to set me free
 
[Refrão] Bm D
I saw it in Jesus, saw it in Superman
 
Bm D
Got it from whiskey like any loser can
 
G Em
Been running on empty, I leave all in your hands
 
G
Now show me what to do
 
Bm
I'm listening to you
 
verse 2
 
G D
You've been hiding in the bosom of my dream
 
Em Bm
Now the clock sets the scene
 
G D
We're been eagerly awaiting your entrée
 
Em Bm
What to do? What to say?
 
G D
All the trivialities are out of focus in my mind
 
A G
All I really wish is you'll be doing fine
 
[Refrão] Bm D
I saw it in Jesus, saw it in Superman
 
Bm D
Got it from whiskey like any loser can
 
G Em
Been running on empty, I leave all in your hands
 
G
Now show me what to do
 
Bm
I'm listening to you
 
Whistle Part
 
G D Em Bm
G D A G
 
[Refrão]Bm D
I saw it in Jesus, saw it in Superman
 
Bm D
Got it from whiskey like any loser can
 
G Em
We're running on empty, leave it all in your hands
 
G
Now show me what you do
 
A
I'm listening
 
Bm D
I saw it in Jesus, saw it in Superman
 
Bm D
Got it from whiskey like any loser can
 
G Em
We're running on empty, leave it all in your hands
 
G
Now show me what you do
 
Bm
I'm listening to you
 
Outro
 
Bm
Listening to you
 
Bm
Listening to you

How to play Breaking Point

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What is the starting chord?

The first identified chord is G. 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.

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