Close to you
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[Intro: ]D F#m G A (2x)
Verse 1:
D F#m G
Nobody pays much attention
A
They misuse their time
D F#m G
Maybe it's better to mention
A
Moments passing by
F#m Bm
A secret to tell
F#m Bm G
I got something they don't have
A A7
And baby it's you that is lifting me hi-i-i-i-igh
Chorus:
D F#m
I just wanna be close to you
G
'cos I understand
Gm
The strength of your hand
D F#m
Oh and love that you put me through
G
You're more than a friend
Gm
So love me again
Solo: D F#m G A
Verse 2:
D F#m G
Baby you're full of affection
A
People stop and smile
D F#m G
Maybe they see my intention
A
To make life worthwhile
F#m Bm
A secret to tell
F#m Bm G
Now there's nothing holding back
A A7
'cos baby it's you that is making me fly
Chorus 2x:
D F#m
I just wanna be close to you
G
'cos I understand
Gm
The strength of your hand
D F#m
Oh and love that you put me through
G
You're more than a friend
Gm
So love me again
D F#m
I just wanna be close to you
G
'cos I understand
Gm
The strength of your hand
D F#m
Oh and love that you put me through
G Gm
You're more than a friend
Bridge:
F#m Bm
A secret to tell
Bm G
Now there's nothing holding back
A A7
'cos baby it's you that is making me fly
D F#m G Gm
.....Oh baby oh yeah
D F#m G Gm
(Love that you put me through) Love that you put me through
Chorus 2:
D F#m
I just wanna be close to you (ohh, close to you)
G
'cos I understand
Gm
The strength of your hand
D F#m
Oh and love that you put me through
(Love that you put me - love that you put me through)
G
You're more than a friend
Gm
So love me again
End: D F#m G Gm (3x)
How to play Close to you
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.