My Destiny
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B F#
Cursed with sorrow, pain and remorse
E B
Full of feelings I can't show
B7 E
Hopeless love what else for me
B F# E
Is this my destiny
B F#
God in heaven surely meant
E B
For every man somewhere a mate
B7 E B F# E B
Someone stole my love from me is this my destiny
B7 E
At night I toss and wonder why
F# E B
I must live while others die
B E B F# E B
The grave would be an escape for me this is my destiny
SOLO
B7 E
At night I toss and wonder why
F# E B
I must live while others die
B B7 E B F# E B
The grave would be an escape for me this is my destiny
F# E B
Is this my destiny
From The Byrds "Byrdmaniax"
Columbia Records
How to play My Destiny
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 B. 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.