Living The Blues
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C C7
since you've been gone,
F
I've been walking around
C G7 C
With my head bowed down to my shoes.
G
I've been living the blues
G7 C
Every night without you.
C
I don't have to go far,
F
To know where you are,
C G7 C
Strangers all give me the news.
G7
I've been living the blues.
C
Every night without you.
F
I think it's best I soon get some rest
C
And forget my pride
D
But I can't deny this feeling that I
G F Dm Em Am F G
carry for you deep down inside.
C
If you see me this way,
F
You'd come back and you'd stay,
C G7 C
Oh, how could you refuse.
G
I've been living the blues
G7 C
Every night without you.
How to play Living The Blues
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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.