Burning The Midnight Oil
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C G7
Here we sit looking at each other
C
Seems we're at a loss for what to say
F
Ties bind us both with someone else
C G7 C
We don't want to hurt but we must break away
G7 C
And tonight I'll sit home a thinking
G7 C
And tonight I'll sit home a drinking
F
We both live in separate homes where there's no love at all
C G7 C
Staying up late burning the midnight oil
G7
Tomorrow we'll meet here in the same place
C
Where love and desires that just won't wait
F
In each others arms we'll dream for a little while
C G7 C
Then when it's time to leave it'll nearly drive us wild
G7 C
And tonight I'll sit home a thinking
G7 C
And tonight I'll sit home a drinking
F
We both live in separate homes where there's no love at all
C G7 C
Staying up late burning the midnight oil
How to play Burning The Midnight Oil
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 C. 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.