I'm Making Believe
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A7/13 D9 D Bm7 F#m B7
I'm making believe that you're in my arms
B7/F# G G/F# Em7 Edim G
Though I know you're so far away
F#m B7 F#m Bm F#7 Bm
Making believe I'm talking to you
E7 Bm5-/7 E7 Cdim A7
Wish you could hear what I say
A7/13 D9 D Bm7 F#m B7
And here in the gloom of my lonely room
Bm F#m Bm
We're dancing like we used to do
G6 G7M G6 Cdim D Cdim B7
Making believe is just another way of dreaming
G Edim A7 D B7
So til my dreams come true
G6 G7M G6 Edim
I'll whisper "Good night"
D9 D D9 Bm F#m Cdim B7
Turn out the light and kiss my pillow
G G/F# Em7/9 A7/13 G/B Edim D6
Making believe it's you
How to play I'm Making Believe
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 A7. 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.