Mercy
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Capo 4
Intro: C G (x2)
C
Mercy
G G/B Am
Why you gotta show up looking so good just to hurt me
F
Why you wanna stop this whole damn world from turning
C
Mercy
G G/B Am
Why you hanging on so tight if this ain’t working
F
Why you wanna stop this flame if it’s still burning
G
’Cause it's still burning.
[Refrão]
Am F C G
So if you're gonna break my heart, just break it
Am F C G
And if you're gonna take your shot, then take it, take it
Am F C G
If you made up your mind, then make it, make this fast
F G
If you ever loved me
C
Have mercy
G G/B Am
If you go out tonight and get drunk and lonely
F
Wind up home alone, please don't call me
G
And say you miss me, no
[Refrão]
Am F C G
If you're gonna break my heart, just break it
Am F C G
And if you're gonna take your shot, then take it, take it
Am F C G
If you made up your mind, then make it, make this fast
F G
if you ever loved me
Bridge
Am G F
Have mercy, woah
Am G F
Oh have mercy
Am F C G
If you're gonna break my heart, just break it
Am F C G
If you're gonna take your shot, take it, take it
[Refrão]
Am F C G
Oh, if you're gonna break my heart, just break it
Am F C G
And if you're gonna take your shot, then take it, take it
Am F C G
If you made up your mind, then make it, make this fast
F G F G
If you ever loved me, mmmh,if you ever loved me
Tag
Am G
Have mercy
Am G
Oh, have mercy
F G
Oh, have mercy
C
Have mercy
How to play Mercy
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.