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Standard Tuning.
 
Capo on 2.
 
D
Light don't stick to you
D
Like they used to do
G
Think you've lost your shine
D
Wishing days away
D
Busy chasing trains
G
Leaving us behind
 
PREChorus:
 
Bm A
Let's get a ticket for those tracks
G
Don't say a word and don't look back
 
Let's get out of here (x2)
Bm A
We can get lost between the rails
G
We've never been afraid to fail
 
Chorus:
 
D
If you dig up your roots
 
Then I'll dig up my roots
G
And we can take them with us
 
Wherever we go
D
And all that we are
 
Is in the beat of hearts
G
And I know we're ready
Bm G D
To dive into the unknown, 'cause I'm caught in the middle
A G D
I'd rather break out on my own, 'cause I'm caught in the middle
 
D
Sights set to the sky
 
Sick of standing by
G
Getting itchy feet
D
Need some new places
 
Meet some new faces
G
No one left to please
 
(PREChorus)
 
(Chorus)
 
Bm A
We're carrying our roots
G
In everything we do
 
You know there's nothing left here for us
Bm A
We've got everything we need
G
It takes a leap to plant the seed
 
You know there's nothing left here for us
 
(Chorus x2)
 
Tab by Kenshow.

How to play Roots

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 D. 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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