Sensitive Man
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E C#m
Lately when I go to steal a kiss
E B
I feel you pulling away
E A
I know something is amiss
E B
But what it is, you won't say
A
If I've done something to upset ya
E A
Believe me, that was never my plan
E A
But how can I fix it standing out here in the cold?
E
I'm a sensitive man.
E C#m
You don't always have to speak
E B
You can say it with a look
E A
Even across a crowded room
E B
I can read it like a book
A
But other times, when there's something on your mind
E A
Make it as plain as you can
E A
Don't freeze me baby, I'm no dinky-doo
E
I'm a sensitive man.
A F#m
I'm a sensitive man
E A
You can hear that in my song
E A F#m
I'm a sensitive man
F#m E
But first impressions could steer you wrong.
E A E B (2x)
A
Sincerely, my one desire
Is to make you happy again
E A
But I can't begin 'til you let me back in
E
I'm a sensitive man.
A F#m
I'm a sensitive man
E A
You can hear that in my song
E A F#m
I'm a sensitive man
F#m E
Though first impressions might well steer you wrong.
E
Sensitive man
(Out in the cold)
Trying to do good
(But so misunderstood)
Sensitive man
How to play Sensitive Man
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.