Hostage
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Capo: 4
(Not sure about the Bm in the bridge - let me know if you have any suggestions for another chord!)
Intro: D G G D *2
Verse:
D G Em
You bring me to life then you shut me out
A D
You keep me silent when I should shout
G Em
You make me cry and you make me come
A
You are the cop and I'm on the run
[Refrão]D G Em
It all begins with just one kiss
A
I'm held hostage by your love
D G Em
Put me in cuffs, lock me up
A
I'm held hostage by your touch
D G
This prison is rough but I can't get enough
Em A
The secret life of us keeps me in handcuffs
D G Em
Don't lock me up, don't you wanna free us
A
I'm held hostage by your love
Verse:
D G Em
Then you let me out and I catch the sun
A D
You give me a taste of you and no one
G Em
But you always leave, and again I'm alone
A
This secret burns but I'm imprisoned
Chorus:
D G Em
It all begins with just one kiss
A
I'm held hostage by your love
D G Em
Put me in cuffs, lock me up
A
I'm held hostage by your touch
D G
This prison is rough but I can't get enough
Em A
The secret life of us keeps me in handcuffs
D G Em
Don't lock me up, don't you wanna free us
A
I'm held hostage by your love
Bridge:
G Em D
Secret life of lovers who have others
Bm
Under the covers
G A
And while you break my heart
I'm a criminal in these parts
[Refrão]D G Em
It all begins with just one kiss
A
I'm held hostage by your love
D G Em
Put me in cuffs, lock me up
A
I'm held hostage by your touch
D G
This prison is rough but I can't get enough
Em A
The secret life of us keeps me in handcuffs
D G Em
Don't lock me up, don't you wanna free us
A
I'm held hostage by your love
Outro: D G G D
How to play Hostage
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bm. 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.