Iou
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Intro: Em C G D
G Em
You wrote letters to our friends
D
So that we could all pretend
C G
You were able to defend my love
G Em
Complex lines in verdigris
D
I owe you and you owe me
C G
But I'm sure we won't agree, my love
Em C G D
And all the walls were falling down
Em C G D
Where all the words you wrote were found
Em C G D
And all the silent space around
Em C G D
Was suddenly alive
Instrumental: Em C G D
(Same Chords as the other verses)
We took them as we took our leave
Filling pockets, filling sleeves
We were little more than thieves, my love
And we read every single note
And every thought and every quote
I cried at every word you wrote, my love
How to play Iou
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 Em. 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.