Call Yourself
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[Verso 1]
E
I got a suspicion that the world is on a mission
D A E
To show me just how little I can do
E
The good times go by fast, all the bad ones seems to last
D A E
So much longer than I'd ever want them to
D A
The way we deal with troubles reveals how much we know
D A E B7
They often make us stronger but they lay us pretty low before they do
[Verso 2]
E
Well, some say they dont worry, help is comin' in a hurry
D A E
Celestial sirens soundin' so divine
E
Comin down so holy, trailin' clouds of glory
D A E
Bands of angels hustlin' up behind
D A
Santa Claus is comin', and the Easter bunny too
D A
Tinkerbell's been runnin' late, but that ain't nothin' new
E B7
She takes her time
[Verso 3]
E
Well, its just superheroes in all sizes comin like the sea that rises
D A E
In a tide to wash away our tears
E
They never show up till we need 'em
E
Not before were bruised and bleedin'
D E
And the nick of time is music to their ears
D A
Dressed in ties and tails, a sight for jaded eyes
D A E B7
And the whiteness of their suits sets off the blackness of the lies we never hear
[Verso 4]
E
Well, if you give 'em all your money, they'll say "thanks" and call you "honey"
D A E
Tell you silvers the way to save your soul
E
If you're empty deep inside, they'll take you for a ride
D A E
And they'll charge you double just for pointing out the hole
D A
Slick as Simple Simon in a coat of shining mail
D A E B7
With an attitude of innocence that never ever fails to leave you cold
[Verso 5]
E
Well, the next time you're in trouble when life's feelin' like a bubble
D A. E
Gettin' bigger while your mind is gettin' small
E
Skip the flash and thunder, dial up your own number
D A E
See if you can answer your own call
D A
The conversation's brutal, it's often pretty clear
D A E
It's brief and to the point and, if you stick it in your ear, you'll hear it all
E D A /// D A /// D A E
You'll hear it all
How to play Call Yourself
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.