Leave A Light On For Me
View chords used in this chart
C G Dm Am G
Take my hand - tell me what you are feeling
C G Dm Am G
Understand - this is just the beginning
C G
Although I have to go
Dm F
It makes me feel like crying
C G A
I don't know when I'll see you again...
{Chorus}
D D fill- twiddle your pinkie on top E string}
Honey leave a light on for me
Bm F#m
I'll be there before you close the door
Bm F#m G A
To give you all the love that you need
D D fill}
Darling leave a light on for me
Bm F#m
Cos when the world takes me away
Bm F#m G A
You are still the air that I breathe
G A
I can't explain, I don't know
D Gm
Just how far I have to go...
D
But darling I'll keep the peace
A G
Just leave a light on for me
{Verse 2}
Yes I know what I'm asking is crazy
You could go, just get tired of waiting
But if I lose your love
Put off by my desire
That would be the one regret of my life
{Chorus}
A G A
Just like a spark lights up the dark
G
Baby that's your heart
G
Baby that's your heart
G
Baby that's your heart
{Axe solo} - bend that whammy bar !
{repeat Chorus to fade, assorted whines and overdubs}
How to play Leave A Light On For Me
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 C. 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.