Defeated
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verse 1
A C#m
Defeated, defeated
D
Defeated I've been
A C#m
Defeated, defeated
D A
I didn't win your love
verse 2
A E
I've played the game, my love was true
A
But just the same, I still lost you
A C#m
Defeated, defeated
D
Now I know the score
A C#m
Defeated, defeated
D A E
Yet I love you even more
verse 3
A C#m D A
My opponent was lucky, didn't even try
C#m D A
Guess I'm a bad loser, that is why I cry
A E
The game was fun, oh, how I know
A
I should have won, I need you so
verse 4
A C#m
Defeated, defeated
D E
The game is through
A C#m
I've been defeated
D A
But I'm still in love with you
How to play Defeated
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 A. 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.