Little Gem - The Verve

Little Gem

View chords used in this chart
Tune low E down two to a D
intro:
G Em
e ----3---------0-----|
B ----0---------0-----|
G ----0---------0---0-|
D ----0-------------2-|
A ----x------2--------|
D -5--5---0--2--------|
 
vers:
G
When it comes I'll know, I know
Em (as intro)
Just take my clothes and leave And I'll be gone
 
G
The straightest a crow flies
Em
I'll leave this town behind I'll say goodbye
 
chorus:
Am7 G
So afraid that I Told her things that I
Am7 G
Thought that I left behind
 
etc
 
 
Plus intro riff to never wanna see you cry
e -------------------------5-----|
B -5---3---1---0-------5-------5-|
G -----------------2-------------|

How to play Little Gem

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What is the starting chord?

The first identified chord is E. 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.

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