Confusion
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Electric Light Orchestra
Confusion
Verse 1:
C Am
Everywhere the sun is shining.
Dm G
All around the world it's shining.
C Am Dm G F
But cold winds blow across your mind.
Chorus;
C
Confusion--it's such a terrible shame.
F Fm
Confusion--you don't know what you're sayin'.
F C Fm C
You've lost your love and you just can't carry on. (can't carry on)
F C Fm G
You feel there's no-one there for you to lean on. (to lean on)
Verse 2:
Every night you're out there darlin'.
You're always out there runnin'.
And I see that lost look in your eyes.
Chorus 2:
Confusion, I don't know what I should do.
Confusion, I leave it all up to you.
You've lost your love and you just can't carry on. (can't carry on)
You feel there's no-one there for you to lean on. (to lean on)
Verse 3:
Dark is the road you wander.
And as you stand there under.
The starry sky, you feel sad inside.
Chorus 3:
Confusion, you know it's drivin' me wild.
Confusion, it comes as no big surprise.
You've lost your love and you just can't carry on. (can't carry on)
You feel there's no-one there for you to lean on. (to lean on)
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How to play Confusion
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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.