I Once Was An Honest Guy
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Afinação: E A D G B ECapotraste: Sem capotraste
[Intro]
G#
[Verse 1]
C# F#
There's only one way to fall behind
C# F# G#
Abuse my love a thousand times
C# F#
And I've been learning a thing or two
C# F# G#
[Chorus]
D# G# C#
I drain the river dry
D# G# C#
And I once was an honest guy
C# G#
But now I've told a lie
G#
I've told a lie
[Verse 2]
C# F#
I've never been one to condescend
C# F# G#
But I'll be here until the end
C# F#
The worst part of a love that's lost
C# F# G#
Both you and I must pay the cost
[Chorus]
D# G# C#
I drain the river dry
D# G# C#
And I once was an honest guy
C# G#
But now I've told a lie
G# C# G# C#
[Bridge]
G# C# G# C# G#
Maybe I'll be much better off than before
[Verse 3]
C# F#
And I've heard both things of what you say
C# F# G#
Like yes and no and maybe someday
C# F#
I've thought about it once or twice
C# F# G#
But now I've paid the highest price
[Chorus]
D# G# C#
I drain the river dry
D# G# C#
And I can't look you in the eye
D# G# C#
'Cause I once was an honest guy
C# G#
But now I've told a lie
G# C# G# C#
[Bridge]
G# C# G# C#
Maybe I'll be much better off knowing that
G# C# G# Fm
All I see is just a stepping stone
E
And I might be on my own
G#
How to play I Once Was An Honest Guy
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.