Hang Onto Me
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C F G
Mother to all people, she's still got some things to prove
C F G
Pressed to find a reason, you know, I could name a few
Am F
But sometimes I want a baby
C F
And oh, what can I do
Dm G
Morning brings another hymn to home
C Dm
So Hang on to me
G C
You're the only thing I have
Dm
To wash my body clean
G C
Oh and guide me on my path
F G
When they held love like a trophy
C F
Like they've never been on their knees
Am Dm
But when it gets too dark to see
G C
You always call me back
C F G
I nearly fell to pieces Trying to wear my daddy's shoes
C F G
I'm working on a sequel You know good things come in two
Am F
She said your love makes me crazy
C F
And someday I'll have to choose
Dm G
Lover, that same trouble is just old news
C Dm
So Hang on to me
G C
I'm the only chance you've got
Dm
Set your body free
G C
Oh And keep you from falling apart
F G
when they'd held love like a trophy
C F
Like they've never been on their knees
Am Dm
It's a lonely life to lead
G C
And I could've spared you that
How to play Hang Onto Me
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 C. 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.