Number 1
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Capo 2
Intro: E Esus4
E
She's an artist with her makeup, blood for lips and smoke for eyes
C#m
Like a chemical equation using symmetry and lies
F#m F#7 B B7 E
I made concessions for your attitude but can't deal with your disguise, my oh my
E
Cats are squealing in the ally as she finishes her face
C#m
And her fingertips are matchsticks carefully wrapped in gloves of lace
F#m F#7 B B7 E
He must be something really special he must have expensive taste, oh what a waste
A B C#m E
Well you're nothing like you used to be, you're as cold as then can come
A B E
And no one's gonna love you number one
A E A B E
E
Well I heard you're making movies and I also heard what kind
C#m
Saw your picture on the flyer at the local five and dime
F#m F#7 B B7 E
You need someone's arms around you but they never will be mine
A B C#m E
Well you're nothing like you used to be, got a stare could freeze the sun
A B E
And no one's gonna love you number one
E B C#m E
Yeah you're nothing like you used to be but I hope you're having fun
A B A E
Cause no one's gonna love you number one
How to play Number 1
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 E. 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.