I'm Sorry
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Intro: Em D G
Em D G
It's cold here in the city, always seems that way
Em D G
I've been thinking about you almost every day
Em D G
I'm thinking about the good times, thinking about the rain
Em D G
I'm thinking about how sad it feels all alone again
C D Em G
I'm sorry for the way things are around here
C D Em G
I'm sorry things ain't what they used to be
C D
But more than anything else
G D Em D C G
I'm sorry for myself
A D Em D G
I can't believe you went away
Em D G
Our friends all ask about you, I say you're doing fine
Em D G
I expect to hear from you almost anytime
Em D G
But they all know I'm lying, and I can't sleep at night
Em D G
They all know I'm dying deep down inside
C D Em G
I'm sorry for all the lies I told you
C D Em G
I'm sorry if I never let you know
C D
But more than anything else
G D Em D C G
I'm sorry for myself
A D Em G
I can't believe you went away
C D Em G
I'm sorry if I took some things for granted
C D Em G
I'm sorry for the chains I've put on you
C D
But more than anything else
G D Em D C G
I'm sorry for myself
A D Em
I can't believe you went away
How to play I'm Sorry
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 Em. 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.