Paint It Black (correct version)
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Em B7
I see a red door and I want it painted black
Em B7
No colors anymore I want them to turn black
Em D G D Em
I see the girls walk by dressed in their summer clothes
Em D G D A B7
I have to turn my head until my darkness goes
Em B7
I see a line of cars and they're all painted black
Em B7
With flowers and my love, both never to come back
Em D G D Em
I see people turn their heads and quickly look away
Em D G D A B7
Like a newborn baby it just ha ppens ev'ryday
Em B7
I look inside myself and see my heart is black
Em B7
I see my red door and it has been painted black
Em D G D Em
Maybe then I'll fade away and not have to face the facts
Em D G D A B7
It's not easy facing up when your whole world is black
Em B7
No more will my green sea go turn a deeper blue
Em B7
I could not forsee this thing happening to you
Em D G D Em
If I look hard enough into the setting sun
Em D G D A B7
My love will laugh with me before the morning comes
Em B7
I see a red door and I want it painted black
Em B7
No colors anymore I want them to turn black
Em D G D Em
I see the girls walk by dressed in their summer clothes
Em D G D A B7
I have to turn my head until my darkness goes
How to play Paint It Black (correct version)
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 Em. 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.