Separate Ways
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Verse
Bm A
What is it that you want from me
G A
I really wish I knew
Bm A
I try so hard to do my best
G A
But it's not good enough for you
F#m
Over and over again
G
We will make the same mistakes
F#m
Over and over again
Em G
There's a feelin' I can't shake
Bm F#m
Is it time to go our separate ways?
G Bm F#m
Is it time to go our separate ways? G A
Bm A
You know I need your love so bad
G A
Can't you see what you do to me?
Bm A
I try so hard to understand
G A
But the truth's never plain to see
Bm F#m Em G
Is it time to go our separate ways?
A Bm F#m Em
Is it time to go our separate ways?
Em Bm
Time after time we will try to understand
F#m
I don't know where we went wrong
G F#m
But there's no use in holding on
F#m
Over and over again
G
We will make the same mistakes
F#m
Over and over again
Em G
And it's more than a man can take
Bm F#m Em G
Is it time to go our separate ways?
Bm F#m Em
Is it time to go our separate ways?
How to play Separate Ways
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 Bm. 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.