Don't Be So Serious
View chords used in this chart
Am
Weight
F
Heavy bones
G
Penny eyes
Am
Sweaty clothes
Am
New routine
F
That I've learned
G Am
To understand and know
Am
Play my tricks
F
Fragile mind
G
Rest your head
Am
On me
Am
Shut my eyes
F
I'm not here
G Am
There must be some mistake
Dm G
Don't be so serious
Em Am
Don't be so serious
Dm G
Don't be so serious
Em Am
Don't be so serious
Am
Watch our words
F
Turn to dust
G
As we forget
Am
As we move on
F
Still I refuse
G Am
To let you slip away
Dm G
Don't be so serious
Em Am
Don't be so serious
Dm G
Don't be so serious
Em Am
Don't be so serious
How to play Don't Be So Serious
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Am. 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.