I'll Be Alright Without You
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G Bm
I've been thinking 'bout the times
Am7
You walked out on me
G Bm
There were moments I'd believe
C
You were there
G Bm
Do I miss you, or am I lying
Am7
To my self again
B/G C
I do these things
B/G Am
(It's all because of you)
B/G C
I keep holding on, but I'll try
B/G Am
(Try not to think of you)
Love don't leave me lonely
G Bm
I'll be alright without you
C
There'll be someone else
D
I keep tellin' myself
G Bm
I'll be alright without you
C
Oh love's an empty face
D
I can't replace
G Bm
(You don't need it)
Am7
People wonderin' why we broke apart
G Bm C
The great pretender here I go again
These things I do
B/G Am
(It's all because of you)
B/G C
I'll keep holdin' but I'll try
B/G Am
(Try not to think of you)
All I wanted was to hold you
G Bm
I'll be alright without you
C
There'll be someone else
D
I keep tellin' myself
G Bm
I'll be alright without you
C
Love's an empty face oh
D
I've got to replace
G Bm
I'll be alright without you
C
There'll be someone else
D
I keep tellin' myself
G Bm
I'll be alright without you
C
Oh love's an empty place
D
I can still see your face
G
I'll be alright
How to play I'll Be Alright Without You
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. 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.