Broken Lungs
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Bb F
Woke up to a brand new skyline
Bb F
We licked our wounds and mourn the dead
Bb F
Swallow the story hook and sinker
Bb
Is that what we meant when we said
C
That we never would forget?
Eb
Are we fools and cowards all
Gm
To let them cover up their lies?
Eb
Cause we all watched the buildings fall
Bb
Watched the scales fall from our eyes
Instrumental: Bb F
Bb F
A fire burns beneath Manhattan
Bb F
Still we breathe with broken lungs
Bb F
We act like none of this matters
Bb
Is that what we meant When we said
C
That we'd sing what must be sung?
Eb
Are we fools and cowards all
Gm
To let them cover up their lies?
Eb
Cause we all watched the buildings fall
Bb
Watched the scales fall from our eyes
Gm Bb
We want answers
Gm Bb
Scream from the roofs
Gm Bb
We want justice
Gm Bb
We want the truth
Gm
How to play Broken Lungs
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bb. 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.