It Could Happen To You
View chords used in this chart
D D6 Gdim
Hide your heart from sight
Em7 Edim Gdim
Lock your dreams at night
D G B7
It could happen to you
G Em7 A7 D7M
Don't count stars or you might stumble
Bm7 B7 Em7 A7 Em7/9 A7
Someone drops a sigh, and down you tumble
D D6 Gdim
Keep an eye on spring
Em7 Edim Gdim
Run when church bells ring
D G B7
It could happen to you
G G/F# Em G/B D F#m B7
All I did was wonder how your arms would be
G Em A7 A7/13 D
And it happened to me
How to play It Could Happen To You
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 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.