Make your own kind of music
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E A
Nobody can tell you
E B
There's only one song worth singing
E A
They may try and sell you
G#m
Cause it hangs them up
A B
To see someone like you
E G#m A B
But you gotta make your own kind of music
E G#m A B
Sing your own special song
E G#m A B
Make your own kind of music
A B
Even if nobody else sings along
E A
You're gonna be nowhere
E B
The loneliest kind of lonely
E A
It may be rough going
G#m A B
'Cause to do your thing is the hardest thing to do
E G#m A B
You gotta make your own kind of music
E G#m A B
Sing your own special song
E G#m A B
Make your own kind of music
A B
Even if nobody else sings along
D E
So if you cannot take my hand
D E B
And if you must be going, I will understand
E G#m A B
You gotta make your own kind of music
E G#m A B
Sing your own special song
E G#m A B
Make your own kind of music
A B
Even if nobody else sings along
How to play Make your own kind of music
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.