Save The Last Dance For Me - Doc Pomus Mort…

Save The Last Dance For Me

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Intro: D / D / D
 
verse 1
D
You can dance ev'ry dance with the guy
 
A7
Who gives you the eye; let him hold you tight.
 
You can smile ev'ry smile for the man
 
D
Who held your hand beneath the pale moonlight.
 
[Refrão]
G
But don't for-get who's taking you home
 
D
And in whose arms you're going to be.
 
A7 D
So darlin', save the last dance for me..Ooh.
 
verse 2
D
Oh, I know that the music's fine
 
A7
Like sparklin' wine; go and have your fun.
 
Laugh and sing, but while we're apart
 
D
Don't give your heart to anyone.
 
[Refrão]
G
But don't for-get who's taking you home
 
D
And in whose arms you're going to be.
 
A7 D
So darlin', save the last dance for me..Ooh.
 
BRIDGE
 
A7
Baby, don't you know I love you so?
 
D
Can't you feel it when we touch?
 
A7
I will never, never let you go.
 
D
I love you, oh, so much.
 
verse 3
 
D
You can dance, go carry on
 
A7
Till the night is gone and it's time to go.
 
If he asks if your alone,
 
D
Can he walk you home, you must tell him no.
 
[Refrão]
 
G
But don't for-get who's taking you home
 
D
And in whose arms you're going to be.
 
A7 D
So darlin', save the last dance for me..Ooh.
 
OUTRO
 
A7 D
Save the last dance for me.
 
A7 D
Save the last dance for me. (fade)

How to play Save The Last Dance For Me

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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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