John Powers - The Way That Things Have Always Been
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It’s just the way that things have always been
Dm
Put a stick in the tire and you might break some skin
Em
Don’t bring up all the things you want to change
F G
Things go so much smoother when they stay the same
[Verse 2]
JERRY:
C
I’m always trying to tell them where it’s at
Dm
They say there’s more than one way to skin a cat
Em
the way we’ve always done it works just fine
F G
If you change the water they will start to whine
[Chorus 2]
TOGETHER:
C
It’s just the way that things have always been
Dm
If you put a stick in the fire start with the kindling
Em
You go too big you might snuff out the flame
F G
You’ll be gettin’ old sittin’ in the cold wondering who’s to blame
[Verse 3]
TOGETHER:
C
Good old acclamation is the key
Dm
We need to come up with some kind of strategy
Em
To stop the competition in their tracks
F G
Hey come on folks it’s Larry and Gerry we’ve always got your backs
How to play John Powers - The Way That Things Have Always Been
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The first identified chord is Dm. 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.