Roxanne
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C#m B9
Roxanne
A9 G#m7
You don't have to put on the red light
F#m7 B9
Those days are over
C#m7
You don't have to sell your body to the night
C#m B9
Roxanne
A9 G#m7
You don't have to wear that dress tonight
F#m7 B9
Walk the streets for money
C#m7
You don't care if it's wrong or if it's right
Refrão
F#m7 B9
Roxanne
F C#m7 Gm
You don't have to put on the red light
Cm
Roxanne
F Gm
You don't have to put on the red light
Gm F
I loved you since I knew you
D#7+ Dm
I wouldn't talk down to you
Cm F
I have you to tell just how I feel
Gm
I won't share you with another boy
F
I know my mind is made up
D#7+ Dm
So put away your make up
Cm F
Told you once I won't tell you again
Gm
It's a bad way
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How to play Roxanne
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 C#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.