Close
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Standard tuning
capo 3rd fret
C
Grab your coat and don't forget my guitar
Em
Just as soon as I find the keys to my car
We can drive until the sun becomes stars
Just, you and I into the dark
C
It's not like we have to see the whole world
Em
Just as soon as no-one knows who we are
We can stop or we can make a new start
G
And you need to know that whatever brings you down
It's not worth your time
Em
Ohh, forget it all
And just forget it all x2
C
And I don't care where we go
Em
Just keep me close
Am
There ain't nothing to hold me from you
G
Just keep me close
Oh, won't you keep me close?
C
C
In the morning we can open our eyes
Em
And just lie there 'till we're used to the light
Spend a day without a single "Goodbye"
G
And you need to know that whatever brings you down
It's not worth your time
Em
Ohh, forget it all
And just forget it all x2
C
And I don't care where we go
Em
Just keep me close
Am
There ain't nothing to hold me from you
G
Just keep me close
C
And I don't care what comes next
Em
Or what life throws
Am
Just put your hand in my hand
G
And never let it go
C
Darling won't you keep me close
C
Just forget it all x3
Em
Ohh, forget it all
Just forget it all x2
C
And I don't care where we go
Em
Just keep me close
Am
Where there ain't nothing to hold me from you
G
Just keep me close
C
I don't care what comes next
Em
Or what life throws
Am
Just put your hand in my hand
G
And never let it go
C
Darling won't you keep me close
How to play Close
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 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.