Obligation
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Afinação: E A D G B ECapotraste: Sem capotraste
[Verse 1]
Am Dm E7
What happens when the foundation of a relationship is guilt? not love?
A Dm E
Obligation, promises lead to resentment
E D G E A E A
I could love you if only it would stop your weeping, and start your smiling
E7
But is that love?
A Dm E A
Obligation, promises lead to expectations
Dm E7 Am
which lead to resentment
[Verse 2]
Am Dm E7
What happens when the foundation of a sexual encounter is guilt? not desire?
A Dm E
Obligation, promises lead to resentment
E D G E A E A
I'd let you touch me if only it would stop your pushing, and get you leaving
E7
Is that desire?
A Dm E A
Obligation, promises lead to expectations
Dm E7 Am
which lead to resentment
[Instrumental outro]
Am Dm E7
A Dm E
E D G E A E A
E7
A Dm E A
Dm E7 Am
How to play Obligation
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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.