But not for me
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E7 A D Dm7 A
They're writing songs of love, but not for me;
B7 E7 D A
A lucky star's above, but not for me.
A7 D Bm7 Bm7/5- Cdim F#m
With love to lead the way, I've found more clouds of gray
F#m7 A Bm7 Bm7/5- E7 Bm7/5- E7
Than any Russian play could guar - an - tee.
A D Dm7 A
I was a fool to fall and get that way;
B7 E7 A
Heigh-ho! Alas! And also lack-a-day!
A7 D Cdim A B7
Although I can't dismiss the mem'ry of her kiss,
Bm7/5- E7 A
I guess she's not for me.
E7 A D Dm7 A
She's knocking on a door, but not for me;
B7 E7 D A
She'll plan a two by four, but not for me.
A7 D Bm7 Bm7/5- Cdim A F#m
I know that love's a game; I'm puzzled, just the same-
F#m7 A Bm7 Bm7/5- E7
Was I a moth or flame? I'm all at sea.
A D Dm7 A
It all began so well...but what an end!
B7 E7 A
This is the time a fellow needs a friend.
A7 D Cdim A B7
When ev'ry happy plot ends with a marriage knot
Bm7/5- E7 A
And there's no not for me.
How to play But not for me
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E7. 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.