Magic Numbers
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Intro: Bm7 A A E7 , Bm7 A A7 E
- verse 1 -
Bm7 A A7 E
I’m looking for that magic number I’m looking for the key
Bm7 A A7 E
There’s a world of chances waiting pack your bags and come with me
Bm7 A A7 E
I’m not telling you it’s easy it’s not simple it takes time
Bm7 A A7 E
You gotta fight to get your piece of the pie and eat it in the sweet sunshine.
- Chorus -
Bm7 A E7 ... E
You gotta just fly so high, no time to be slow
Bm7 A E7 ... E
You gotta just try, just try, don’t tell yourself no.
- Fill -
Bm7 A A E7 , Bm7 A A7 E
-verse 2-
Bm7 A A7 E
I shouldn’t take for granted all things I call my own
Bm7 A A7 E
Life is just a gamble it depends which number your chips are on
Bm7 A A7 E
When things aren’t going your way and you’re staring at the ground
Bm7 A A7 E
Just look to the sky and search for all the things that should be found
- Chorus x 2 -
Bm7 A E7 ... E
You gotta just fly so high, no time to be slow
Bm7 A E7 ... E
You gotta just try, just try, don’t tell yourself no.
Bm7 A E7 ... E
You gotta just fly so high, no time to be slow
Bm7 A E7 ... E
You gotta just try, just try, don’t tell yourself no.
- Bridge -
Bm7 A A E
I’m looking for that magic number I’m looking for the key
Bm7 A A E7 ... E
There’s a world of chances waiting pack your bags and come with me
- Fill -
Bm7 A A E7 , Bm7 A A7 E
- Chorus x 2 -
Bm7 A E7 ... E
You gotta just fly so high, no time to be slow
Bm7 A E7 ... E
You gotta just try, just try, don’t tell yourself no.
Bm7 A E7 ... E
You gotta just fly so high, no time to be slow
Bm7 A E7 ... E
You gotta just try, just try, don’t tell yourself no.
- Ending -
Bm7 A A E7 , Bm7 A A7 E , Bm7 A A E7 , Bm7 A A7 E
How to play Magic Numbers
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 Bm7. 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.