Shut Down Turn Off
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Intro: Ab A Ab B
E
Turn off all life support systems
I'm finished for the day
I'm on the midnight flyer
A E
And I've really got to get away
Shut down all your main engines
I'm going on reserve
A
There are things still undiscovered
E
Oh, I hope I've got the nerve
[Refrão]
B5 E5
Shut down, turn off until the morning light
B5 E5
Slow down, splash down, time to end the flight
B5 E5
Make way dream time, here comes another night
E C#m Bm
I wish I could remember where I've been
Ab A
E
I wanna talk to the pilot
He's in charge of my dreams
A
But he insists on vanishing
E
Just as soon as he thinks he's been seen
I wanna recharge my batteries
Leave me alone for awhile
A
We'll set off again in the morning
E
On a wing and a prayer and a smile
[Refrão]
B5 E5
Shut down, turn off until the morning light
B5 E5
Slow down, splash down, time to end the flight
B5 E5
Make way dream time, here comes another night
E C#m Bm
I wish I could remember where I've been
Ab A
How to play Shut Down Turn Off
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Ab. 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.