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Intro: E B
E D
If I were a swan, I'd be gone
E D
If I were a train, I'd be late
E C#m
And if I were a good man,
F# B E B
I'd talk with you more often than I do
E D
If I were to sleep, I could dream
E D
If I were afraid, I could hide
E C#m F#
If I go insane, please don't put
B E B
Your wires in my brain
Solo: ( E D E D )
( E C#m F# B )
( E B )
E D
If I were the moon, I'd be cool
E B
If I were a rule, I would bend
E C#m F#
If I were a good man, I'd understand
B E B
The spaces between friends
E D
If I were alone, I would cry
E D
And if I were with you, I'd be home and dry
E C#m
And if I go insane,
F# B E B
Will you still let me join in the game?
Solo: ( E D E D )
( E C#m F# B )
( E B )
E D
If I were a swan, I'd be gone
E D
If I were a train, I'd be late again
E C#m
And if I were a good man,
F# B E
I'd talk with you more often than I do
----------------- Acordes -----------------
B = X 2 4 4 4 2
C#m = X 4 6 6 5 4
D = X X 0 2 3 2
E = 0 2 2 1 0 0
F# = 2 4 4 3 2 2
How to play If
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 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.