Paper Ghost
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Capo 6
A
A F#m
Today I would learn the art of leaving earth
E D
the calculus of sin and salvation
A F#m E D
A F#m
The war I waged with death was far above my head,
E D
the winds of Heaven met the gates of Hell.
A F#m
The angels sang eternally, while the demons were encouraging
E D
all that was inside of me to give up hope.
D E F#m D E F#m
This is how it feels, this is how it feels.
D E F#m D E D D
This is how it feels, this is how it feels.
A F#m E D
A F#m
You were standing there, running a brush through your blonde hair,
E D
unconcerned with the affair, because you had faith.
A F#m
But I wish it came so easily to a boy afraid of everything,
E D
but this felt like an awakening, it felt so free.
D E F#m D E F#m
This is how it feels, this is how it feels.
D E F#m D E F#m
This is how it feels, this is how it feels.
D E F#m D E D D
This is how it feels, this is how it feels.
A D
A D
When the hourglass drained, I swear my world was shuttering.
A D
When the hourglass drained, I swear I felt the summer rain.
A D
When the hourglass drained, I swear it was my wedding day.
A D A
When the hourglass drained, I found what I'd been missing. Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah...
D A
This is how it feels, this is how it feels.
D A D D
This is how it feels, this is how it feels, this is how it feels...
A F#m
For thy mortal self shall die, but from the grave we will arise
E D
and death will be described as a paper ghost.
How to play Paper Ghost
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.