Look The Other Way
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Em G C
Barely afloat and we're taking on water
Em G C
Still chasing the high that I felt the whole summer
Em F#m
Being buried alive with a smile on my face
G C
A drink in my hand and a day to erase
Em G Am Bm C
I'm picking up the pieces, please just look the other way
Em G Am Bm C
I'm picking up the pieces, please just look the other way
Em G C
I go off the rails every chance that I'm given
Em G C
Is it worth my life if it means I might fit in?
Em F#m
I look at the wounds that I choose to inflict
G C
While I hold my tongue and I tighten my grip
Em G Am Bm C
I'm picking up thе pieces, pleasе just look the other way
Em G Am Bm C
I'm picking up the pieces, please just look the other way
Em G C
I'm not falling asleep, wish my heart would beat slower
Em G C
Thinking back on my year, wanna start it all over
Em F#m
I wake you up and I tell you I'm losing control
G C
I'm barely surviving, but I need you to know
Em G Am Bm C
I'm picking up the pieces, please just look the other way
Em G Am Bm C
I'm picking up the pieces, please just look the other way
Em G Am Bm C
'Cause baby I'm afraid I'm slowly pushing you away
Em G Am Bm C
By showing you the deepest, darkest, weakest part of me
Em G Am Bm C
You said you'll always be right here to keep me company
Em G Am Bm C
When I don't even love myself you love me anyway
Em G Am Bm C
When I don't even love myself you love me anyway
How to play Look The Other Way
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 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.