Only My Heart
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Intro:
C F G
Dm F C
[Verso 1]
C F G
I used to think if I could live life over
Dm F G
A million things I would change if I knew
C F G
That I would start with a heart much older
Dm F C
Older and wiser than when I knew you
[Verso 2]
C F G
Second chances don't happen, you told me
Dm F G
They don't come around when you play
C F G
If only my heart would've made me believe you
Dm F C
If only my heart would've shown me the way
[Refrão]
Gm C
Only my heart can explain
F F/E Dm
Why I left your love without knowing the pain
G# D#
Only my heart is to blame
D G
For these bitter tears I cry would not be falling tonight
Instrumental:
C F G
Dm F G
C F G
Dm F C
[Refrão]
Gm C
Only my heart can explain
F F/E Dm
Why I left your love without knowing the pain
G# D#
Only my heart is to blame
D G
For these bitter tears I cry would not be falling tonight
[Verso 3]
C F G
So here I stand lookin' over my shoulder
Dm F G
Here I stand without the love I once knew
C F G
With no plan, though my heart has grown older
Dm F C
Older and wiser than when I knew you
Outro:
C F G
Dm F C
How to play Only My Heart
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.