For The Good Years
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Intro
E D E D E
[Verso 1]
E
Watching the spinning of the wheel
D E
Reflections of lives so unreal
E
Look at the people running round
D E D E
Searching for something that can't be found
E
Chasing the shadows on the wall
D E
Well don't be afraid to count them all
E
'Cos here is where you were meant to be
D E
And it's not so bad if only you'd see
[Refrão]
F#m A E
But you long, oh, for the good years
F#m A E
Don't cry, for the good years
D E
We can laugh over the good years
F#m A E
And try to believe in the good years
Interlude
E D A E
[Verso 2]
E
Think of me now before you sleep
D E
And look to yourself while you weep
E
Try not to think that you don't care
D E
Why not believe anyone, anywhere
[Refrão]
F#m A E
But you long, oh, for the good years
F#m A E
Don't cry, for the good years
D E
We can laugh over the good years
F#m A E
And try to believe in the good years
D E
Oh the good years the good years
D E
Oh the good years the good years
How to play For The Good Years
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.