Cities
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(verse 1)
Em D
Neon the cities sun
C B
Taxis like beetles run and I see
Em D
Pavements with yellow lines
C B
Gray walls and big bold signs with darkness
[Refrão]
E C
Up above, all around
D G
In the sky, on the ground
C Am
This is what I have found
B
Cities, cities
(verse 2)
Em D
Here the flowers don't grow
C B
Here the river's just a sewer
Em D
People who move below
C B
Buildings with smells and noise and darkness
[Refrão]E C
Up above, all around
D G
In the sky, on the ground
C Am
This is what I have found
B
Cities, cities
(bridge)
G D
Not for me
C D
No, no I don't believe you
G D
It's not the place to be
C D
No, no I won't believe you
(verse 2)
Em D
Here the flowers don't grow
C B
Here the river's just a sewer
Em D
People who move below
C B
Buildings with smells and noise and darkness
[Refrão]
E C
Up above, all around
D G
In the sky, on the ground
C Am
This is what I have found
B Em
Cities, cities, cities
How to play Cities
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Em. 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.