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E--2-2------1-1-1--1-1-1-1/2 (the 224 chord there is the slide right
into the repeat of the riff, just repeat the riff during the verses)
 
then
-- -5 -3
-5 -5 -3
-5 -3 -1
E-3 -- --
could you ever want me to love you? could you ever want me to care?
 
 
-that part I'm a bit iffy on but it's close. Obviouslyyou hit each of those
chords more than once -listen to the song!
 
that should do it! Send love letters, hate mail, & useless Femmes info to
lagalom@kenyon.edu.

How to play Promise

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 E. 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.

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