No Good Trying - Syd Barrett

No Good Trying

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G
Its no good trying to place your hand
 
D
Where I can't see because I understand
 
A
That your different from me
 
Yes I can tell
 
D
That you can't be what you pretend
 
G
And you're rocking me backwards
 
A#
And your rocking towards the
 
C D
Red and yellow mane of a stallion horse
 
E
 
G
It's no good trying to hold your love
 
D
Where I can't see because I understand
 
A
That you're different from me
 
Yes I can tell
 
D
that you can't be what you pretend
 
G A#
yes you're spinning around and around in a car
 
C D
with electric lights flashing very fast...
 
E

How to play No Good Trying

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What is the starting chord?

The first identified chord is G. 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.

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