Codes And Keys
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[Intro: ]C - Am - Em - G (2x)
Verse 1 chords:
C Am Em G
We won't get far,
C Am Em G
Flying in circles inside a jar
C Am Em G
Because the air we breathe
C Am Em G
Is thinning with the words that we speak
Chorus 1 chords:
F C G
That we speak, you and me-e-e-e
F C Am F
That we speak, you and me-e-e-e
Verse 2: use verse 1 chords
You're on the floor
Fearful of what's outside your door
But the codes and keys
They can protect you
From the pangs of jealousy
Chorus 2: use chorus 1 chords
F C G
When you scream, love you see-e-e-e
F C Am
Like a child, throwing stones at the sky-y-y-y
F C G
When they fall back to earth, as minor chords of major works
F C Am F
Separate rooms of single life, we are one, we are alive
Outro: use verse 1 chords
We are alive
We are alive
We are alive
We are alive
How to play Codes And Keys
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.