Race Against Myself
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Intro: F#m,D,A,E
F#m E
All I want, All I need
F#m
Always lies just out of reach
E
I've been coming up empty
F#m E
I ran as fast as I can run
F#m
I pushed as hard as anyone
E
But still there's nothing for me
F#m D A E
(And I want) I've tried as hard as I can
F#m D A E
(And I need) I've taken all I can stand
F#m D A E
(And I fall) But I am running a race
F#m D A E
Against myself, Against myself, yeah
How to play Race Against Myself
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#m. 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.