I Keep A Close Watch
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D C#m Bm F#m
D D C#m
Never win and never lose
C#m Bm
There's nothing much to choose
Bm F#m F#m
Between the right and wrong.
D D C#m
Nothing lost and nothing gained
C#m Bm
Still things aren't quite the same
Bm F#m F#m
'tween you and me.
A E/G# G9 G9
A E/G# G9 G9
I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
A E/G# G9 G9
I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
D D E E
D D E E
B G#/E B
B G#/E B
D D C#m
I still hear your voice at night
C#m Bm
When I turn out the light
Bm F#m F#m
And try to settle down.
D D C#m
But there's nothing I can do
C#m Bm
'Cause I can't live without you
Bm F#m F#m
Any way at all.
A E/G# G9 G9
I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
A E/G# G9 G9
I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
A E/G# G9 G9
I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
D/F# D/F# E7(addG) E7(addG)
G G D D
How to play I Keep A Close Watch
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 D. 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.