Lie Down in Darkness
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[Intro: ]A E Bm (2x) Bm E (4x)
Bm E Bm E
With all our goals and destinations
Bm E Bm E
Everything must be this way.
A E G D
Vague are hopes that try our patience
Bm E A E Bm
Listen now to what I say.
Chorus:
A E Bm A E Bm
Oh lie down in darkness
I want you next to me
A E Bm
Oh lie down in darkness
A E Bm
Aah.
Bm E (4x)
Bm E Bm E
All our trials and tribulations
Bm E Bm E
Will it ever make much sense
A E G D
All these years they disappear
Bm E A E Bm
Leave me here without defence.
Chorus:
A E Bm A E Bm
Oh lie down in darkness
I want you next to me
A E Bm
Oh lie down in darkness
A E Bm
Aah.
A E D Bm
Bm E A E Bm
A E Bm x4
A E D Bm
Bm E A E Bm
Chorus
Chorus chords to fade.
How to play Lie Down in Darkness
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 A. 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.