My Heart Stood Still
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D D9 D G G7M G6
I took one look at you
D D9 D G G7M G6
That's all I meant to do
D G D G/B A7/9 D Bm7 Bb9 A7
And then my heart stood still
D D9 D G G7M G6
My feet could step and walk
D D9 D G G7M G6
My lips could move and talk
D G D G/B A7/9 D
And yet my heart stood still
Dm D9 Dm
Though not a single word was spoken,
Gm Fdim A7
I could tell you knew
Dm D9 Dm
That unfelt clasp of hands
A7/13- A7
Told me so well you knew
D D9 D G G7M G6
I nev - er lived at all
D D9 D G G7M G6
Un - til the thrill of that
D G D Em7 G/B A7/9 D
Moment when my heart stood still
How to play My Heart Stood Still
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.