Pretend
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Introdução: C Dm7 G7
G7 G7/13- C B7 C
Pretend you're happy when you're blue
C/B Dm A7 Dm
It isn't very hard to do
F Dm7 G7
And you'll find happiness without an end
F G7 C B7 G7
Whenever you pretend
G7 G7/13- C B7 C
Remember anyone can dream
C/B Dm A7 Dm
And nothing's bad as it may seem
F Dm7 G7
The little things you haven't got
F G7 C Dm7 C
Could be a lot if you pretend
Bridge
Em F
You'll find a love you can share
Cdim C6 G7 C6
One you can call all your own
Am6 B7 F#m7 B7
Just close your eyes, she'll be there
Em Cdim G7
You'll never be alone
G7 G7/13- C B7 C
And if you sing this melody
C/B Dm A7 Dm
You'll be pretending just like me
F Dm7 G7
The world is mine, it can be yours, my friend
F G7 G7/13- C Cdim G7
So why don't you pretend
Interlude: G7 G7/13- C B7 C C/B Dm A7 Dm F Dm7 G7 F G7 G7/13- C Cdim C
G7 G7/13- C B7 C
And if you sing this melody
C/B Dm A7 Dm
You'll be pretending just like me
F Dm7 G7
The world is mine, it can be yours, my friend
F G7 G7/13- C Cdim C
So why don't you pretend
How to play Pretend
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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.