Like Knives
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(Verse 1)
Em Em9/D Cmaj7
Your words are like knives
Em Em9/D Cmaj7
They peel my skin and pierce my soul
Em Cmaj7
Your body will burn tonight
Em Em9/D Cmaj7
Though your heart may still remain cold
[Refrão]
Em9/D C
And I will blame myself
Em9/D C
And I will blame myself
Em9/D C
For holding onto what i hoped would keep you by my side.
Em9/D C
I will blame myself
(Verse 2)
Em Em9/D Cmaj7
The sheets are stained with
Em Em9/D Cmaj7
Memories of your soft kiss
Em Em9/D Cmaj7
Now this is all I have
Em Em9/D Cmaj7
Paper and pen to remember you with
[Refrão]
Em9/D C
And I will blame myself
Em9/D C
And I will blame myself
Em9/D C
For holding onto what i hoped would keep you by my side.
Em9/D C
I will blame myself
(Outro)
G C
Can I have you?
G C
Can I have you?
G C
Can I have you?
G C Em9/D
Can i have you?
How to play Like Knives
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Em. 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.