Butterfly How Long It Takes To Die
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[Intro ](0:12-0:37)
D#m
verse 1 (0:37-1:26)
D#m C# B
If you've ever really seen the sunrise
D#m C# B
You will see how many times it tries
D#m C# B
If you've ever really seen the sunset
D#m C# B
You will see how long it takes to die
Break 1 (1:26-1:52)
D#m
verse 2 (1:52-2:41)
D#m C# B
You can see the butterfly has landed
D#m C# B
Landing on your face, it licks your eye
D#m C# B
You can feel its tongue making a teardrop
D#m C# B
You will see how long it takes to cry
Break 2 (2:41-3:06)
D#m
Instrumental Verse (3:06-3:53)
D#m C# B
D#m C# B
D#m C# B
D#m C# B
Break 3 (3:53-4:18)
D#m
verse 3 (4:18-5:06)
D#m C# B
You can see the universe beginning
D#m C# B
Making a new sun in a new sky
D#m C# B
You can see the universe is ending
D#m C# B
Making a new dark in a new night
Break 4 (5:06-5:30)
D#m
Instrumental Verse (5:30-5:54)
D#m C# B
D#m C# B
How to play Butterfly How Long It Takes To Die
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 D#m. 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.