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Intro: F C/E Dm C (2x)
C (F)
Stood in the rain and watched you go
I feel a lump in my throat
And this is far from joy
C (F)
I never seemed to learn
That high makes things harder
That high I get from you
C (C/G) Am G/B C
I've figured out that joy is not in your arms
C (C/G) Am G/B
I know I'll always ache with an empty heart
Am C/E F G/B C
I think it's time to run cause I'm seeing stars
F
I'm seeing stars - watch me fall apart
C (F)
I think of drying all the time
But I've got joy to take my side
Fear is my favorite ride ooh hey hoh
C (C/G) Am G/B C
I've figured out that joy is not in your arms
C (C/G) Am G/B
I know I'll always ache with an empty heart
Am C/E F G/B C
I think it's time to run cause I'm seeing stars
F
I'm seeing stars - watch me fall apart
And then you see, oooh
C (C/G) Am G/B C
I've figured out that joy is not in your arms
C (C/G) Am G/B
I know I'll always ache with an empty heart
Am C/E F G/B C
I think it's time to run cause I'm seeing stars
F
I'm seeing stars - watch me fall apart
How to play Joy
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 F. 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.