Middle Distance Runner
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Intro: C C F (4x)
C F
Well I'm so sad tonight
C F
And the words won't come out right
C F
It's been a long day on the track
C F
And it's stamina that I lack
C Am F C
So won't you run to me tonight
G F
Do not pretend that we're just lovers
C G F G F
But I'll only ever be
C G F G F G C
A middle distance runner
C F C F
C F
Well my heart is beating hard
C F
And the mouth with the shot at the start
C F
And my legs tremble from strain
C F
But by the finish line I am drained
C Am F C
So won't you run to me tonight
G F
Do not pretend that we're just lovers
C G F G F
But I'll only ever be
C G F G F G C
A middle distance runner
C F C F x2
C F
Well I'm so proud tonight
C F
Of the woman you've become
C F
And I'm just too tired to fight
C F
So my darling I'll succomb
C Am F C
But you'll have to run to me tonight
G F
Tonight I will love you forever
C G F G F
But I'll only ever be
C G F G F G C
A middle distance runner
How to play Middle Distance Runner
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 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.