In the wee small hours
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C Dm7 C Dm7
When the sun is high in the afternoon sky.
C Dm7 C
You can always find something to do.
Em7 B7 Em7 B7
But from dusk till dawn, as the clock ticks on.
G Em7 Dm7 G7
Something happens to you.
C Dm7 C
In the wee small hours of the morning.
C Am Dm7
While the whole wide world is fast asleep.
F Cdim C Am
You lie awake and think about the girl.
D D7 G
And never ever think of counting sheep.
C Dm7 C C7
When your lonely heart has learned its lesson.
F Em Am Fm
You'd be hers if only she would call.
F Cdim C A7
In the wee small hours of the morning.
F G C Fm C
That's the time you miss her most of all.
How to play In the wee small hours
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.