I'll Be Waiting For You
View chords used in this chart
Intro C#m F#m B E
E F#m B C#m
C#m B
Staring through the window
A
Longing for the other side
C#m B
Your days are so much better
A
I wish I was by your side
B C#m B A
You were there for me everyday, in my heart I can hear you say
C#m F#m B E
I'll be waiting for you, I'll be waiting for you
E F#m B C#m
When this world is all through, I'll be waiting for you
C#m B A
The memories like a river flowing on through my mind
C#m B A
Your voice I still remember and your words are still my guide
B C#m B A
You are there for me everyday, in my heart I can still hear you say
C#m F#m B E
I'll be waiting for you, I'll be waiting for you
E F#m B C#m
When this world is all through, I'll be waiting for you
Solo E B F#m C#m
E B F#m G# G#
C#m B A
I'll be waiting for, I'll be waiting for you
C#m B A
I'll be waiting for, I'm still waiting for you
B C#m B A
You are there for me everyday, in my heart I can still hear you say
C#m F#m B E
I'll be waiting for you, I'll be waiting for you
C#m F#m B E
When this world is all through, I'll be waiting for you
E F#m B C#m
I'll be waiting for you, I'll be waiting for you
Final A
How to play I'll Be Waiting For You
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C#m. 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.