By Your Side
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[(intro) ]G Em G Em
G
I got word today
Em
A friend gone done me wrong
G
And that's alright
Em
'Cause bad thing don't last long
G
They made me believe
Em
Believe they were my friends
G
But I'm not blind
Em
Blind to see it end
(But you know what)
C
I'm going to be just fine
D
'Cause I'm going home tonight
G F C
I'm gonna be… right by your side
I can't wait baby no
G F C
I'm gonna be… right by your sIde
G
Ask how you're doin'
Em
And don't even get a reply
G
I guess they think
Em
I'm just another guy
G
Quick to forget
Em
About the friends you had
G
But then again
Em
I really think you're glad
(But you know what)
C
I'm going to be just fine
D
'Cause I'm going home tonight
G F C
I'm gonna be… right by your side
(It's gonna feel so good)
G F C
I'm gonna be… right by your side
(I can't wait baby no)
G F C
I'm gonna be… right by your side
(It's gonna feel so good)
G F C
I'm gonna be… right by your side
(I'm comin' home baby, comin' home)
(solo) F Em Am Am (3x)
F C D
G F C
I'm gonna be… right by your side
(I can't wait baby no)
G F C
I'm gonna be… right by your side
(It's gonna feel so good)
G F C
I'm gonna be… right by your side
(I'm comin' home baby)
G F C
I'm gonna be… right by your side
How to play By Your Side
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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.