Elisa (ver.2)
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INTRO: C C9 C C9 Am
C D
All that I need is just a piece of paper
Gmaj7
Say a few lines, make up my mind
Em7 Fmaj7
So she can read it later, when I'm gone
G7sus4 G7 C G/B Am7
Elisa, goodbye, Elisa
Am7 D
All that I need is just a quiet corner
Gmaj7
Bring to the light, things I must write
Em7 Fmaj7
Got to get it over and choose
G7sus4 G7 C G/B Am7
Elisa, goodbye, Elisa
Am7 D
The song that I sing, the times I've tried to hide it
Gmaj7
I'm sorry to say, I'm going away
Em7
That's what I've decided on
Fmaj7 G7sus4 G7
I've tried, Elisa
C G/B Am7
Goodbye, Elisa.
C G/B Am7
Goodbye, Elisa.
Am7 D Gmaj7
Elisa, goodbye.
Em7 Fmaj7
Elisa, goodbye.
G7sus4 G7
Elisa.
C G/B Am7
C G/B Am7
C G/B Am7
C G/B Am7
How to play Elisa (ver.2)
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. 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.