Lovers in a dangerous time
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G Amin F
Don't the hours grow shorter as the days go by
G Amin F
You never get to stop and open your eyes
G Amin F
One day you're waiting for the sky to fall
G Amin F
And next you're dazzled by the beauty of it all
G Amin F
When you're lovers in a dangerous time
G Amin F
Lovers in a dangerous time
G Amin F
These fragile bodies of touch and taste
G Amin F
This vibrant skin, this hair like lace
G Amin F
Spirits open to the thrust of grace
G Amin F
Never a breath you can afford to waste
G Amin F
When you're lovers in a dangerous time
G Amin F
Lovers in a dangerous time
G Amin F
When you're lovers in a dangerous time
G Amin F
Lovers in a dangerous time
G Amin F
When you're lovers in a dangerous time
G Amin F
Sometimes you're made to feel as if your love's a crime
G Amin F
But nothing worth having comes without some kind of fight
G Amin F
You gotta kick at the darkness 'til it bleeds daylight
G Amin F
When you're lovers in a dangerous time
G Amin F
Lovers in a dangerous time
G Amin F
When you're lovers in a dangerous time
G Amin F
Lovers in a dangerous time
How to play Lovers in a dangerous time
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 G. 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.