It Sure Took A Long, Long Time
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Intro: E E7+ F#m
E E7+ C#m G#m
I'm sure it might have grown old
A G#m F#m B7
Like most young things usually do
A G#m E C#m F#m
and dangling a line to try and find your mind
B7
For that I can't blame you.
E E7+ C#m G#m
Now I'm not questioning your motives
A G#m F#m B7
For all the silly things you've done
A G#m E C#m
Now you're coming round putting yourself down
F#m B7/4 B7
Telling me I always was the one
F#m B7 E
It sure took a long time to miss me
F#m B7 E
A long time for you to come around
F#m B7 E G#m
A long time to find what was wrong
F#m B7 E E7+ F#m
It sure took a long, long time.
A G#m F#m B E F#m
E E7+ C#m G#m
The magic that we had together
A G#m F#m B7
Seems so much stronger than before
A G#m E C#m
What did I learn to make the love return
F#m B7/4 B7
O girl I've got to learn some more.
How to play It Sure Took A Long, Long Time
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.