I Never Had It So Good
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Intro F#m C#m B E
[Verso 1]
E F#m B
I never had much money
B E
I never won a race
F#m B
My jokes don't end up funny
B E
I've had doors slammed in my face
A E A7M
But I think you've charmed me
A7M E C#m
I always hoped that someone would
C#m B A G#m F#m
I never had a love like this before
B E
I never had it so good
[Verso 2]
E F#m7 B
I'm not the kind that's trusted
B E
Always tripping over logs
F#m7 B
So often I've been busted
B E
And chased by friendly dogs
A E A7M
But I think you've charmed me
A7M E C#m
I always hoped that someone would
C#m B A G#m7 F#m7
I never had a love like this before
B E
I never had it so good
( E A E A E )
Final
A E A
I think you've charmed me
A E C#m
I always hoped that someone would
C#m B A G#m7 F#m7
I never had a love like this before
B E C#m
I never had it so good
C#m B A G#m F#m
I never had a love like this before
B E C#m
I never had it so good
C#m B A G#m F#m
I never had a love like this before
E F#m A B E
I never had it so good
How to play I Never Had It So Good
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is F#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.