Butterflies
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C# F#
When I was younger I chased butterflies
D C# B
now I look around and realize
A G D
there ain't no butterflies around here no more.
Now theres more people everywhere,
and on ground that once was bare
they've built condos and shopping malls.
E F#
and on streets I walked where the sun shined
D
shadows grow as buildings climb,
A G B C# D
and I get older getting colder every day.
The concrete stretches for miles
They put it up in different styles,
but it still looks pretty ugly to me....
riff
B E D
whistling part
B
B C# D
D C# A
G D
What a Pity, They've fucked up this city
where I grew up.
Now it's grown too big and there's no room left for me.
How to play Butterflies
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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.