Everything Wrong - Martha Wainwright

Everything Wrong

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CAPO: 2
 
Intro: C
 
verse 1
G C
I do most everything wrong
G Dm
Even on the day you were born
F
My husband's been lying and cheating
Dm
And I turn my cheek and reason
G C
I change my tune everyday
 
verse 2
G C
There is one thing I want you to be
G Dm
That is smarter than me
F
If things they don't seem right
Dm
Open your wings and take flight
G
Don't stick around to watch the pieces fall
 
verse 3
C
I don't want you to feel alone
G Dm
But you probably will when you are older
F
I will try to stay alive
Dm
To see as much through your eyes
G C
But one day you know I will go
 
verse 4
G C
Don't listen too much to what I say
G Dm
Making sense has never been my way
F
I can teach you 1-2-3
Dm
I can dance with you on repeat
G
I can hold your hand forever
Dm
Na na na na na na
G C
I can do so much, but you can do so much more
 
Verse 5
G C
I am only a stepping stone
G Dm
For you to get where you must go
F
And there is nothing I would rather be
Dm
So put your weight on me
G C
Na na na na na na na oh
 
Verse 6
G C
I am your protector
Dm F
I am not your pretender
Dm F
I will try
Dm F
I will not lie
G C
I will not cry too much in front of you
 
Verse 7
G C
I have been really, really sad
G C
Except for having you with your dad

How to play Everything Wrong

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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.

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