Pick Up The Oars And Row
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C C7
What good does it do to hold onto
F C
The anger deep in your heart
C7
You're the only one that it's hurting
F G7
You're the one that it's tearing apart
C C7
I'm sorry that he broke your heart, girl
F C
It's time to let it go
C F
Sometimes love is a river of tears
G7 C
So pick up the oars and row
He shattered your expectations
He broke all his promises too
With his little white lies he looked in your eyes
And made you believe they were true
Ahh but this ain't the final curtain
Girl it's time to get on with the show
Sometimes love is a river of tears
So pick up the oars and row
BRIDGE:
F G7 C
It's been far too long now since I've seen you smile
G F C
Bitterness don't look good on you and self-pity just ain't your style
F G C
Sooner or later you know you've got to play the cards you've drawn
G F G C
It's all up to you, you can stay blue, or you can move on
Ain't it hard when you discover
Things aint' what you thought they would be
When all of your best laids plains
Hit the wall of reality
Still all and all it's a pretty good life
But it sure can be painful I know
Sometimes love is a river of tears
So pick up the oars and row
Sometimes love is a river of tears
So pick up the oars and row
How to play Pick Up The Oars And Row
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.