Friends
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D G
A long time ago when we met you were lonely
D G
I helped you forget life was solely only a wish to survive
D
And blood flows much thicker than wine
G
Friends who give up their time to be near you
D G
Sing you a song just to cheer you, you will be rich in the end
D
Brother now you've got a friend
Bm F#m
Life hurries by in the wink of an eye almost without meaning
Bm F#m
Days speeding past like the wind hard to grasp no wonder you're bleeding
A G
Friendship is needed today
D
Or tomorrow is empty and we need each other please stay
G
For our only hope is together
D G
We'll live in much calmer weather, and we'll make a beautiful blend
D
Brother now you've got a friend
G
Friends who give up their time to be near you
D G
Sing you their songs just to cheer you, you will be rich in the end
D
Brother now you've got a friend
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Written by: Mick Anderson hsteinke@extro.ucc.su.oz.au
or manderso@ntnecss1.telecom.com.au
Assisted by: Ria Heeringa
Shelley Giblin
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How to play Friends
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 D. 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.