Perfect Day
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F Bb/F F
breathe some faith into my chest.
Bb Dm C
lay me down, I need the rest.
ever since the sky turned grey
i've waited for the perfect day.
Gm C Gm C
hey now - it seems you've always touched me like the sun.
Bb/D C/E F
there's no escape for the broken-hearted,
Bb/D C/E F
there's no return once you've lost your way.
Bb C C/E Dm
I say a prayer now our love's departed
Bb C Bb
that you'll come back to stay and bring the perfect day.
blinded by a crazy light
i fell into the darkest night.
those magic ties, the two of us,
i couldn't see it turn to dust.
hey now - it seems you've always reached me like the sun.
there's no escape for the broken-hearted,
there's no return once you've lost your way.
i say a prayer now your love's departed
that you'll come back to stay. bring back the perfect day.
Dm C Am G Dm C Am G
hey now - it seems you've always reached me like the sun.
there's no escape for the broken-hearted,
there's no return once you've lost your way.
i say a prayer now your love's departed
that you'll come back to stay. bring back the perfect day.
Transcription: Erika van de Staij
How to play Perfect Day
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 F. 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.