Invitation To The Blues
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D D7 G
I couldn't sleep last night, just walked the floor
A D
Don't know how I'll stand this anymore
D D7 G
Lonely all the time since I lost you
A D
Received your invitation to the blues
G A D
I don't know why you cause me such pain
E7 A A7
I just hope I'll never go through this much again
D D7 G
Thanks for sending something I can't use
A D
Received your invitation to the blues
SOLO
D D7 G
You took the laughter from this world of mine
A D
Thanks to you the sun will never shine
D D7 G
Walked the floor so much wore out my shoes
A D
Received your invitation to the blues
G A D
I don't know why you cause me such pain
E A A7
I just hope I'll never go through this much again
D D7 G
Lonely me, I don't know what to do
A D A D
Received your invitation to the blues
How to play Invitation To The Blues
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.