Penthouse Serenade
View chords used in this chart
A9 A A7M F#m
Just picture a penthouse way up in the sky
D Bm7 D7M Dm6
With hinges on chimneys for stars to go by
E7 Cdim Edim E7
A sweet slice of Heaven for just you and I
A F#m D9 E7
When we're alone
A9 A A7M F#m
From all of society, we'll stay aloof
D Bm7 D7M Dm6
And live in propriety there on the roof
E7 Cdim Edim E7
Two heavenly hermits we will be in truth
A Bm5-/7 E7 A
When we're all alone
Bridge
E7 Bm5-/7 Fdim E7
We'll use life's mad pattern
A E7 Fdim A
As we view old Manhattan,
E7 Cdim D B7
Then we can thank our lucky stars
E7 Edim Bm5-/7 E7
That we're living as we are
A9 A A7M F#m
In our little penthouse we'll always contrive
D Bm7 D7M Dm6
To keep love and romance forever alive
E7 Cdim Edim E7
In view of the Hudson just over the drive
A Bm5-/7 Dm6 A
When we're alone
How to play Penthouse Serenade
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 A9. 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.