Same Old City
View chords used in this chart
Note: when the A's are played, sometimes an Asus or Asus2 are thrown in also.
...you'll need to listen to the song to get the rhythm.
Intro:
D A G A (X2)
D
She wrote him a letter said "leave me alone
A
all I wanted was to walk you home
G A
it didn't mean that much to me anyway"
D
This place is so full of excuses
A
makes me feel tired and reclusive
G A (hold A for another 1/2 measure)
too many people just know me too well
Chorus:
Gmaj7
Another feeling's gone
A
Just another right made wrong
Cadd9 A
If I knew where I was heading I would let you know
Gmaj7
Another feeling's gone
A
Just another right made wrong
Cadd9
The hardest part is the ending
A
I guess its leaving time again
Solo:
D A G A (X2)
D
Its the same old story everywhere I go
A
you'd think by now I'd be getting to know
G A
guess I should learn how to take a hint
D
I forgot to tell you about last night
A
to took so long just to make it right
G A (hold A for another 1 measure)
all these things they change so fast
Chorus:
Gmaj7
Another feeling's gone
A
Just another right made wrong
Cadd9 A
If I knew where I was heading I would let you know
Gmaj7
Another feeling's gone
A
Just another right made wrong
Cadd9
The hardest part is the ending
A
I guess its leaving time again
Solo:
D A G A
D A G A (hold A for another 1 measure)
Chorus:
Gmaj7
Another feeling's gone
A
Just another right made wrong
Cadd9 A
If I knew where I was heading I would let you know
Gmaj7
Another feeling's gone
A
Just another right made wrong
Cadd9
The hardest part is the ending
A (end on D)
I guess its leaving time again
How to play Same Old City
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 A. 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.