Burning - The Sweet

Burning

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G F# F E
 
G C# C /3 C D
Ah.. Ah
 
E
1.When there ain't no light
But the night is bright
And it's cold outside
D
I'm burning
E
The feeling inside
That I just can't hide
D E D E
Now it's for you I'm yearning Ha ha ha..
 
E D A C# C
 
G C# C C D
Ah.. Ah
 
2.I ain't asking much
Just a simple touch of you
But you won't have me
I sit right here
And my only fear is you
And all you can be A ha ha ha..
 
E D A C# C
 
G C# C /2
Ah.. Ah
 
E D E D
E
At the third stroke
D E D
It will be five thirty
 
Solo:E D /14
 
C# C
 
G C# C G G# A A# B C
Ah.. Ah
 
3.I'm a simple man
And a simple man
Can't get to you with feeling
Even if I might
Then it wouldn't be right
To you love has no meaning
 
E D A C# C
 
G C# C/2
Ah.. Ah
 
E D E D..

How to play Burning

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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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