Funny Thing
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This song is brilliantly written and has a great tune. Full credit to Fran Healy.
Verse 1:
D G G/F# Em7
Funny thing to do, is everyone like you, 'cos people seldom change, all
A/G
just stay the same.
D G G/F#
funny thing to say, suppose you're just that way, although you're sure
Em7 A/G
you're sure, there really is no cure.
[Refrão] Dsus2 C/E G G/F#
Funny kind of way, funny kind of day, you're funny all the time,
Em7
you want a piece of mind.
D A/G
And I've seen it all before, when you're closing all the doors, it's not
D G D
funny any more.
Verse 2:
A/G D G G/F# Em7
Funny thing to do, because the sky was blue, you ran away for good, 'cos
A/G
no one understood.
D G G/F# Em7
Funny things you said, because the sky was red, it all went to your head,
A/G
because the sky was red.
Repeat chorus, play verse with no words, play chorus and verse 1 with words and end on chorus.
Any corrections or comments please send them to me at shaunbeeden@hotmail.com.
How to play Funny Thing
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.