In The Wee Small Hours Of The Morning
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Intro: C Am Dm7 D7/9 G7
C Dm7 C Dm7
When the sun is high in the afternoon sky
C Dm7 C C/B
You can always find something to do
Em7 B7 Em7 B7
But from dusk til dawn, as the clock ticks on
G Em7 Dm7 G7 G7/9
Something happens to you
C Dm7 C Fdim
In the wee small hours of the morning
C Am Dm7 D7/9 G7
While the whole wide world is fast asleep
F Cdim C C/B Am
You lie awake and think about the girl
D D7 D7/9 G D7 G7
And never ever think of counting sheep
C Dm7 C Dm7
When your lonely heart has learned its lesson
C Em5-/7 A4/7 A7
You'd be hers if only she would call
F Cdim C C/B A7
In the wee small hours of the morning
F G Fdim C Fm Fdim C
That's the time you miss her most of all
How to play In The Wee Small Hours Of The Morning
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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.