Shoulder To Cry On
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Intro G C9
G C9
Sit next to me and tell me what is wrong
G C9
I see the pain in your blue eyes
G C9
I know you'll smile again before too long
G C9 G
When clouds give way to sunny skies
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
You'll always have a shoulder to cry on
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
As long as I live I will care
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
You’ll always have a friend to rely on
Em7 C9 G
Until my last breath I'll be there
( G C9 )
G C9
Your secret’s safe with me don't be afraid
G C9
Just open up your broken heart
G C9
Let your tears fall down like Healing Rain
G C9 G
To trust again is the hardest part
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
You'll always have a shoulder to cry on
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
As long as I live I will care
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
You’ll always have a friend to rely on
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
Until my last breath I'll be there
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
Ooh
Em7
And I know you'll smile
C9 G D11/F#
Before too long
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
Uhh
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
You'll always have a shoulder to cry on
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
Until my last breath I'll be there
Em7 C9 G
Before too long
D11/F# Em7 C9 G D11/F#
Clouds will give way to sunny skies
Em7 C9 G D11/F#
Ohh
How to play Shoulder To Cry On
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. 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.