I Wish I Knew
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Am7 D7 G
Is this the night I've waited oh so long for
Fdim Am Am7 Cdim G Am7 Fdim
Is this my dream at last come true
Am7 D7 G
Are you the on my heart has saved its song for
F#7 Bm D A7 Am7 D7
How can I tell? I wish I knew
Am7 Cdim
I wish I knew some - one like you could love me
G D G Bm7 E9 Am7
I wish I knew you place no - one above me
D9 G Em Em7
Did I mistake this for a real romance
A7 Cdim A7 D G Am7 D+
I wish I knew, but only you can answer
Am7 Cdim
If you don't care, why let me hope and pray so
G D G Bm7 E9 Am7
Don't lead me on; if I'm a fool, just say so
D9 Am7 D7 G F7 E7
Should I keep dreaming on, or just forget you
Am7 Cdim G Gdim E9 F7 G
What shall I do, I wish I knew
How to play I Wish I Knew
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 Am7. 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.