Closer By The Hour
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C
You're the sweetest one I know
F C
And I just can't let you go
G7
I just dream of holding you inside my arms
C
I go home each night to stay
F C
But I just can't stay away
F G7 C C7
And we get closer closer by the hour
F
We get closer by the hour
C
Though we've tried with all our power
G7
To stay away from each other's arms
F
We get closer by the hour
C F
Like the bee goes to the flower
G7 C
Closer closer by the hour
We come closer with each kiss
F C
And I feel your lips insist
G7
But I do your will and love you more and more
C
Although we know it's wrong
F C
We can't stay where we belong
F G7 C
And we get closer closer by the hour
F
We get closer by the hour
C
Though we've tried with all our power
G7
To stay away from each other's arms
F
We get closer by the hour
C F
Like the bee goes to the flower
G7 C
Closer closer by the hour
How to play Closer By The Hour
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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.