Everybody Needs A Friend
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A Asus4 A Asus2
Trust in me, I'll try to do
A Asus4 Em
Everything to help you that I can
Bm E
Broken wings can heal and mend again
F#m D
Don't be afraid to cry your tears out loud
Bm E
Everybody needs to have a friend
A Asus4 A Asus2
It's only love that I can give
A Asus4 Em
I give to you the only love I have
Bm E
When I see you're in misery
F#m D
It makes me wanna try and understand
Bm E
Everybody needs a helping hand
A Asus4 A Asus2
It's only love that I can give
A Asus4 Em
I give to you the only love I have
Bm E
When I see you so unhappy
F#m D
It makes me wanna try and understand
Bm E
Everybody needs a helping hand
A Asus4 A Asus2
If everything should turn around
A Asus4 Em
It's me who feels so down and out
Bm E
You could be the kind of company
F#m D
To share a load and know how bad it feels
Bm E
Everybody needs to have a friend
How to play Everybody Needs A Friend
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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.