Lyin in the arms of the one you love
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A F#m A F#m A
A
This life has taken me so far
D
and so many roads I?ve had to choose
A
Some win some lose
This life has been a gamble
D
I?ve held my cards close to my heart
A
I?ve played the part
Bm A G
Somehow the mists of time have washed all over me
Bm A E
The comfort of your arms is where I need to be
A
Cause when you?re lyin in the arms of the one you love
F#m
And you got your faith in god above
D E
And you feel like you?re riding on the wind
A
When you?re lying in the arms of the one you love
F#m
And you know it?s good from the stars above
D E F#m
Oooh that?s love
A F#m A F#m
A
I get so tired of dreaming
D
Where is the fire that burned inside
A
With all its pride
The flame became a candle so fragile
D
With the autumn wind
A
The need to win
Bm A G
Somehow the sands of time weigh heavy over me
Bm A E
Wrapped in your lovin arms is where I?d rather be
A
Cause when you?re lyin in the arms of the one you love
F#m
And you got your faith in god above
D E
And you feel like you?re riding on the wind
A
When you?re lying in the arms of the one you love
F#m
And you know it?s good from the stars above
D E F#m
Oooh that?s love
How to play Lyin in the arms of the one you love
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.