Second Wind
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F Bb F Bb F
F Bb F
Just like a sailor adrift on the sea
C
I've been waiting for a southern breeze
F Bb F
Just when my patience started wearing thin
F C F Bb F
You've given me my second wind
F Bb F
All of my life I've spent chasing a dream
C
Flying so high I ran out of steam
F Bb F
I was led to believe I would never fit in
F C F
You've given me my second wind
Dm Am Gm C Dm
Hear the warning heed the cry of a desperate mourning
Am Gm C
For a love gone by
F Bb F
And I've got a reason to start living again
C F
You've given me my second wind
SOLO
F Bb F
Just like a leaf floating in the air
C
A homeless heart so full of despair
F Bb F
Then I found you my long lost friend
F C F
You've given me my second wind
Dm Am Gm C Dm
Hear the warning heed the cry of a desperate mourning
Am Gm C
For a love gone by
F Bb F
And I've got a reason to start living again
F C F
You've given me my second wind
F Bb F
And I've got a reason to start living again
F C F Bb F Bb F
You've given me my second wind
From Chris Hillman "Like A Hurricane"
Sugar Hill Records 1998
Bar None Music(BMI)/Termite Music(ASCAP)
How to play Second Wind
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. 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.