If I Were You
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A A7
If I were you, I'd think it over,
D
Take your time before you leave
E D A
Everyone wants the perfect lov-er,
E D D E A
If I were you I'd fall in love with me
A A7
If I were you, I'd just remember
D
Don't miss the forest for the trees
E D A
A mighty flame, was once an Em-ber,
E D D E A
If I were you, I'd fall in love with me
E B7 E
If I were you, I'd whisper sweet 'I love you's' everyday
D B7 E
If I were you, I'd never ever let me get away
A A7
If I were you, I'd look me over,
D
There's so much more than what you see
E D A
I can prove, you'll need no other
E D D E A
If I were you, I'd fall in love with me
E D D E A
If I were you, I'd fall in love with me
How to play If I Were You
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 A. 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.