Cry Tough
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CAPO: 3
Intro: C G Am F G Am F G
verse 1:
I know the way you're feeling, I know you're hurt inside
Am F G
But there's no easy way, you can't deny the truth
You say it ain't worth trying, that's not the way I see it
Am F G Dm
I think you're hiding, 'cause you're so afraid you might lose
Pre-Chorus
F G Dm
Stand up and fight it, 'cause you've been there before
C G F
You've reached the point where you can't turn back no more
So if you're gonna cry at all
[Refrão]
C
Cry tough
Am
And never let 'em get to you
Em
Cry tough
F
Just keep your spirits high
C
It's gonna get rough
Am
So if you're gonna make it through
Em
You cry tough
F
And let your colours fly
INTERLUDE: Am F G Am F G
verse 2:
This ain't no game were playing, this ain't no give and take
Am F G
Well, don't you know, there's always someone keeping score
Life has its share of heartaches, love can be twice as bad
Am F G Dm
Things aren't so simple anymore_______
Pre-Chorus
F G Dm
I'm on your side, don't you know that I am
C G F
There comes a time you've got to stop and make a stand
So if you're gonna cry at all
[Refrão]
C
Cry tough
Am
And never let 'em get to you
Em
Cry tough
F
Just keep your spirits high
C
It's gonna get rough
Am
So if you're gonna make it through
Em
You cry tough
F
And let your colours fly
Bridge:
Everyday your heart beats faster
Every night you're on your own
C Am
In every way your life is still your own___
Instrumental: Am Em F
[Refrão]
C
Cry tough
Am
And never let 'em get to you
Em
Cry tough
F
Just keep your spirits high
C
It's gonna get rough
Am
So if you're gonna make it through
Em
You cry tough
F
And let your colours fly
C
Cry tough
Am
And never let 'em get to you
Em
Cry tough
F
Just keep your spirits high
C
Just cry tough
Am
Ohh, we're gonna make it through
Em
You cry tough
F
And let your colours fly
C
Cry tough
Am
And never let 'em get to you
Em
Cry tough
F
Just keep your spirits high
C
It's gonna get rough
Am
So if you're gonna make it through
Em
You cry tough
F
And let your colours fly
C
Cry tough
Am
And never let 'em get to you
Em
Cry tough
How to play Cry Tough
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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.