Ordinary Man
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Intro: E E/D# C#m A F#m B
[Verso 1]
E E/D# C#m
I was unprepared for fame
B A
Then everybody knew my name
F#m B
No more lonely nights, it's all for…you
E E/D# C#m
I…have traveled many…miles
B A
I've seen tears and I've seen…smiles
F#m B
Just remember that it's all for you
[Pré-Refrão]
C#m B A
Don't forget me as the colors fade
C#m B A
When the lights go down, it's just an empty stage
Okay
[Refrão]
B
Yes, I've been a bad guy
F#m
Been higher than the blue sky
E Em A
And the truth is I don't wanna die an ordinary man
B
I've made momma cry
F#m
Don't know why I'm still alive
E Em A G A B
Yes, the truth is I don't wanna die an ordinary man
[Verso 2]
E E/D# C#m
Many times I lost control
B A
They tried to kill my rock 'n' roll
F#m B
Just remember I'm still here for you
E E/D# C#m
I don't wanna say goodbye
B A
When I do, you™ll be alright
F#m B
After all, I did it all for you
[Pré-Refrão]
C#m B A
Don't forget me as the colors fade
C#m B A
When the lights go down, it's just an empty stage
Okay
[Refrão]
B
Yes, I've been a bad guy
F#m
Been higher than the blue sky
E Em A
And the truth is I don't wanna die an ordinary man
B
I've made momma cry
F#m
Don't know why I'm still alive
E Em A
Yes, the truth is I don't wanna die an ordinary man
( G A B G A B F# G A B D G F# E Em A )
[Refrão]
B
Yes, I've been a bad guy
F#m
Been higher than the blue sky
E Em A
And the truth is I don't wanna die an ordinary man
B
I've made momma cry
F#m
Don't know why I'm still alive
E Em A
Yes, the truth is I don't wanna die an ordinary man
( G A B G A B F# G A B D G A B )
( F#m E Em A G A B )
How to play Ordinary Man
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.