I Couldn't Keep From Crying
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Intro A
[Verso 1] A
I saw you walking by his side
D
Heard you whisper all those lies
A E7
And I... couldn't keep from crying
A
You sang him love songs tenderly
D
That should've been for you and me
A E7 A A7
And I... couldn't keep from crying
[Refrão] D
I saw his eyes drink in your charms
A
While he held you in his arms
D
Him, with all his winning ways
A E7
Rules your heart now in my place
[Verso 2] A
I stood and watched him steal a kiss
D
From two lips I know I'll miss
A E7 A
And I... couldn't keep from crying
Bridge
A D
A E7 A A7
[Refrão] D
I saw his eyes drink in your charms
A
While he held you in his arms
D
Him, with all his winning ways
A E7
Rules your heart now in my place
[Verso 3] A
I stood and watched him steal a kiss
D
From two lips I know I'll miss
A E7 A
And I... couldn't keep from crying
How to play I Couldn't Keep From Crying
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.