Paper Lanterns
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Intro 4x: B5 A5 E5 A5
B5 F#5 E5 B5
Now i rest my head from such an endless dreary time
B5 A5 E5 B5
A time of hopes and happiness that had you on my mind
B5 F#5 E5 B5
Those days are gone and now it seems as if i'll get some rest
B5 A5 E5 B5
But now and then i'll see you again and it puts my heart to test
E5 F#5 B5
So when are all my problems going to end?
E5 F#5 B5 G#5 E5 A5 E5
I'm understanding now that we are only friends, to this day i'm asking why
I still think about you
( B5 A5 E5 A5 ) (2x)
B5 F#5 E5 B5
As the days go on I wonder will this ever end?
B5 A5 E B5
I find it hard to keep control when you're with your boyfriend
B5 F#5 E5 B5
I do don't mind if all I am is just a friend to you
B5 A5 E5 B5
But all I want to know right now is if you think about me too
E5 F#5 B5
So when are all my problems going to end?
E5 F#5 B5 G#5 E5 A5 E5
I'm understanding now that we are only friends, to this day i'm asking why
I still think about you
----------------- Acordes -----------------
A5 = X 0 2 2 X X
B5 = X 2 4 4 X X
E = 0 2 2 1 0 0
E5 = 0 2 2 X X X
F#5 = 2 4 4 X X X
G#5 = 4 6 6 X X X
How to play Paper Lanterns
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 B5. 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.