How To Fly
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C E
If there is a reason for us to live
Am F
Why wonder around the streets?
C G
And all this is much larger
F C
Than we can understand
C E
The time is gone, and also the past
Am F
Nothing changes or comes back
C G
But the past does not matter
F Fm C
Because all I want is to know
C C/B Am G
Tell me how to fly
F C
I've been waiting for so long
C C/B Am G
Tell me how to fly
F Fm C
Because it is flying I can go home
( C G )
C E
I've been through many things in life
Am F
Not lacking in stumbling walk
C G
And all the tears left behind
F C
Also watered the ground
C E
But after a long, long time lost
Am F
I see I don't need a boss
C G F Fm C
And I have a lot to live, much to feel, I know I can
C C/B Am G
Tell me how to fly
F C
I've been waiting for so long
C C/B Am G
Tell me how to fly
F Fm C C G
Because it is flying I can go home
Solo
C E Am G C G F Fm C
C C/B Am G F
C C/B Am G F Fm C
C C/B Am G
Tell me how to fly
F C
I've been waiting for so long
C C/B Am G
Tell me how to fly
F Fm C
Because it is flying I can go home
C C/B Am G
Tell me how to fly
F C
I've been waiting for so long
C C/B Am G
Tell me how to fly
F
Because it is flying
Fm C
Because it is flying I can go home
How to play How To Fly
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.