Funny How Time Slips Away
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D G D
1. Well, hello there, my, it's been a long, long time.
G D
How am I doing? Oh, I guess that I'm doing fine.
D7 G E
It`s been so long now, and it seems now that it was only yesterday.
A A7 D - G - D
Gee, ain't it funny, how time slips away.
D G D
2. How's your new love, I hope that he's doing fine.
G D
I heard you told him, that you`d love him 'til the end of time.
D7
Now that's the same thing, that you told me,
G E
it seems like just the other day.
A A7 D - G - D
Gee, ain't it funny, how time slips away.
D G D
3. Gotta go now, I guess I'll see you around,
G D
I don't know when, though, never know when I'll be back in town.
D7 G E
But remember, what I tell you, that in time you're gonna pay.
A A7 D - G - D
And it's surprising, how time slips away.
How to play Funny How Time Slips Away
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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.