Dont Send The Searchlights
View chords used in this chart
C#m A E G#m A
C#m A E
Always leave before the lights go on
G#m A
Before the party ends, before we hit the dawn
C#m A E
Always leave before tomorrow comes
G#m A
All the greatest loves are the unfinished ones
E G#m
Goodnight, goodbye
A G#m
By the time you turn around, I'll be gone
I'll be gone (x2)
C#m
C#m A E
You're water color, you will wash away
G#m A
The spark will only fade the longer that it stays
C#m A E
I've been looking for your silver lining
G#m
It's getting me nowhere
A
It's a waste of time
E G#m
Goodnight, goodbye
A G#m
By the time you turn around, I'll be gone
I'll be gone (x2)
F#m E G#m F#m
Don't send the searchlights
E G#m F#m
You'll only waste your time,
E G#m F#m
looking for what is gone
A
What's gone
E G#m
Goodnight, goodbye
A G#m
By the time you turn around, I'll be gone
I'll be gone (x4)
C#m A E
How to play Dont Send The Searchlights
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 C#m. 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.