excuses.crd
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Eb C# F# G# B (* N.C. stands for No Chord, meaning
don't play anything)
Eb C# F# G#
It was the alcohol you said took away your common sense. You
Eb C# F# G#
don't remember a thing, unconciousness is your defense.
Eb C# F# G#
It's everybody's fault but yours and now we must forgive.
Eb C# F# G#
How can we hold a grudge when you can't remember what you
did but
B C# F# Eb B
It's not so easy to forgive no matter what you say. It's not
C# F# N.C. G# B
so easy to forget, it won't just go away. It will never be
F# G# B F#
the same. It will never be the same.
Eb C# F#
You'll never drink that much again, those intentions sound
G# Eb C#
just great. And while I'm glad to see you've learned, I
F# G#
think it's just a little, a little too late. It's
Eb C# F# G#
everybody's fault but yours, and now we must forgive. But
Eb C# F# G#
how can we hold a grudge when you can't remember what you
did. . . .
Then just chorus twice, and that's it.
Hey, e-mail me if you have any questions,
comments, requests, etc.
Thanks
Luke
How to play excuses.crd
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 Eb. 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.