Nighttime In The Backyard
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Cm
The sun is going down
D4/G
I won't go inside
Cm
Somewhere lamps go on
D4/G (Gm G)
Head lights pass me by
Eb/Bb Am6
Closer closer closer
C#7 (Cm Cm/G) (Cm Cm/G)
Night begins to fall
Eb/Bb Am6
Pick me up and hold me
C#7 (Cm Cm/G) (Cm Cm/G)
I'll let you take me home
Cm
Night time in the backyard
D4/G
Shadows in the trees
Cm
Darkness behind the steps
D4/G (Gm G)
I'm tired and afraid
Eb/Bb Am6
Closer closer closer
C#7 (Cm Cm/G) (Cm Cm/G)
Night begins to fall
Eb/Bb Am6
Pick me up and hold me
C#7 (Cm Cm/G) (Cm Cm/G)
I'll let you take me home
How to play Nighttime In The Backyard
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Cm. 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.