Separate Ways
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CAPO 3
INTRO C D G
VERSE 1:
G C
The more I think I know the less I do
D G
Guess I need a change of attitude
C
So many times I thought that I knew best
Am D
Guess I'm no better than the rest.
NC C
The hands of time have proved that I was wrong
D G
So I'll tell you in this simple song
C
I'm not asking for your sympathy
D G
I just want you here with me
CHORUS:
C
Well there are times I know
Am D
Maybe I should go
G
And other times I should stay
C
We oughta work it out
Am D
See what true loves all about
C G
Or go our separate ways
INSTR: G C D G
G C
Well everybody's got to sing their song
D G
Do what they feel even if it's wrong
C
And if your thinking you know best
Am D
Then your no better than the rest
C
Maybe time will wipe your tears away
D G
We can show our love a better day
C
Someday life should bring us to our knees
D G
Then we'll need some company
CHORUS:
C
Well there are times I know
Am D
Maybe I should go
G
And other times I should stay
C
We oughta work it out
Am D
See what true loves all about
C G
Or go our separate ways
INSTR: C D G G C Am D C D G C D G
CHORUS:
C
Well there are times I know
Am D
Maybe I should go
G
And other times I should stay
C
We oughta work it out
Am D
See what true loves all about
C G
Or go our separate ways
OUTRO: G C D G
How to play Separate Ways
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.