Fire On The Water
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Intro:
Bb C Bb C
Bb C
When I touch you I can feel you shivering
Bb C
I can feel your heart is beating fast
Bb C Bb C
We are alone in this crowded room
Bb C
Oh, tonight there is something happening
Bb C
And it's something that should never be
Bb C Dm
But there's a flame over you and me
Eb Bb F
And I can see the fire on the water
Eb Bb C
I can see the light shining in your eyes
Dm C Bb
I know that I can't stop it now
Dm C Bb
'Cause I've been caught in the heat of the sun
Bb C
There's a place in an ancient fortress
Bb C
High above the worries of the world
Bb C Bb C
I'd love you there for a long, long time
Bb C
And we'll discover all our deepest secrets
Bb C
And let the spirit go flying free
Bb C Dm
Until the dawn breaks over the sea
Eb Bb F
It's burning like fire on the water
Eb Bb C
I can see the light shining in your eyes
Dm C Bb
I know that I can't stop it now
Dm C Bb
'Cause I've been caught in the heat of the sun
Dm C Bb
Yes, I've been caught in the heat of the sun
Am Dm
Oh, let it shine on me
Eb Bb F
Eb Bb C
Dm C Bb
I know that I can't stop it now
Dm C Bb
'Cause I've been caught in the heat of the sun
Dm C Bb
Yes, I've been caught in the heat of the sun
Am Dm
Oh, let it shine on me
Eb Bb F
Fire on the water
Eb Bb F
Can't stop it now
How to play Fire On The Water
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bb. 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.