I Can' T Be A Slave
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VERSE 1:
C
Remember how we laughed, remember how we played
F Am7 G7 C
Remember all the lessons we learned along the way
C F C
You were more than my brother, you were my friend
VERSE 2:
Remember when the prince turned in his tainted crown
He left in search of freedom while you just stayed around
You were still my brother, you were still my friend
[Refrão]C F
Now I'm standing on a rock, lookin at the sea
Am7 C G7 C
Wonderin from this moment, if i'll ever be free
C F C
You never understood me, but I can't be a slave
BRIDGE:
Am7 G7
Oh, and I don't wanna tell you how to run your life
F C
That's not what I came back to do
Am7 G7
I have felt the power I have seen the light
F Am7 C
And it's bigger than me, and it's bigger than you
VERSE 2:
Remember when this world seemed like a perfect place
And i stood and watched your kingdom take it's fall from grace
Will you still be my brother, will you still be my friend
[Refrão]C F
Now i'm standing on a rock, lookin at the sea
Am7 C G7 C
Knowing from this moment I'll always be free
C F C F
You never did forgive me, but I can't be a slave
C C Am7 F C
You never did forgive me, I can't be slave
Am7 x02010
G7 320001
How to play I Can' T Be A Slave
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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.