On the other hand
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Here is how I play "On the other hand".
This song has been sung by Keith Whitley and
most recently by Randy Travis.
(I do not particularly like the chord format below but
the last .crd file I e-mailed did not retain the
original format and I apologize.)
[D]On one hand I count the reasons I could [G]stay with you
[D]And hold you close to me, all night [A]long.
[D]So many lover's games I could [G]play with you
and on that[E]hand I see no reason why it's[A] wrong
Chorus:
[n.c.]
But on the [G]other hand, There's a golden [D]band
[A]To remind of someone who would not [D]understand
[G]On one hand I could stay and be your [D]loving man
[A]But the reason I must go is on the [D]other hand
[D]In your arms I feel the passion, I [G]thought had died
[D]When I looked into your eyes I[A] found myself
[D]When I first kissed your lips I [G]felt so alive
I've got[E] to hand it to you girl, you're[A] something else
Repeat Chorus
How to play On the other hand
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 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.