Once In Awhile
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E B C#m A B
Take me out once in a while
E B C#m A B
I want to see that New York skyline
E B C#m A B
I'm sick of rotting up here in this penthouse with you
E B C#m A B
So take me out once in a while
E B C#m A B
My momma told me I married too young
E B C#m A B
But what girl can resist those diamonds
E B C#m A B
You bought me pearls, Picassos, and princess perfumes
E B C#m A B
But you can't buy me adventure
E B C#m A B
This small town girl needs some big city fun
E B C#m A B
The cotton clubs and the cocaine discos
E B C#m A B
I know deep down there's a young man inside of you
E B C#m A B
So take him out once in a while
E B C#m
Take me out once in a while
Take me out once in a while
Take me out once in a while
E B C#m
I want to see that New York skyline
How to play Once In Awhile
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.