Competition
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Bm
Yeah, you're such a gentleman
You always open doors for me
But you see us kind of different
D C#
It's like you always have to be
F#m
The first one to open his mouth
The last one to throw in your towel
It's time to chill yourself out
C# D
Boy you're trying
Bm
Just a little bit too hard
I thought I told you when we met
That I like you for who you are
D C#
But I think you like an argument
F#m
I don't need to speak in my mind
I'm too grown, I'm taking my time
I'm sick of hearing you whine
C# D
Listen, baby
{Leigh-Anne:}
D
You don't have to come first
C# Bm C#
Second is okay 'cause you ain't ever beating me
{All: Chorus}
Bm
I say it once
F#m
You say it twice
D C#
You know I like a little competition from time to time
Bm F#m
You think I'm wrong when I know I'm right
D
You lose this ain't no kinda competition
C#
I like a man with ambition
Bm
But when you gonna know it's time to let go?
D C#
'Cause I think I'm about to lose my mind
{Perrie:}
( Bm, D, C#, F#m )
Tell me does it scare you,
That I'm living my dream?
Now I don't mean to hurt you
But you make me wanna scream
You smile while grinding your teeth
You clap while stomping your feet
You act about 17
I'm so tired
{Jade:}
D
You don't have to come first
C# Bm C#
Second is okay 'cause you ain't ever beating me
(Chorus)
{All:}
Bm
Boom, boom, boom
D
Boom, boom, boom
Boom, boom
C#
I can do it better
You know I can do it better
{Jade:}
F#m Bm
What you tryin' to prove?
D
What is it with you?
Always thinking
{All:}
C#
I can do it better
You know I can do it better
{Jade:}
F#m Bm
Baby, I can't stand
D
Always arguments
C#
Why you wanna fight? (Why you wanna fight?)
{All:}
C#
You ain't always right
I can do it better every day and every night
I can do it better every day and every night
(Chorus)
How to play Competition
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 Bm. 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.