Sleeping Pills
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[INTRO ]
A E x4
verse 1
A E
Make a wish and pray it sticks,
A A
So I can shut my eyes.
A E
'cause it feels like weeks since I last slept,
A E
So please turn out the light.
A E x2
verse 2
A
Lets shoot the sun,
E A E
So every one can return to their beds.
A E
'cause with no light the day is night,
A E
And we can rest our heads.
A E x4
verse 3
A E
If time exists then I want it to,
A E
Be back on my side.
A E
So hours will mean somethin' to me,
A E
And I can feel alright.
Chorus
A B Abm A
Sleeping pills and late night films are eatin' me alive.
A B E
Sleeping pills and late night films are eatin' me alive.
A B Abm A
Sleeping pills and late night films are eatin' me alive.
A B E
Sleeping pills and late night films are eatin' me alive.
A B Abm A
A B E
A B
Well if by chance you catch me sleeping,
Abm
Please don't wake me,
A
'cause I'll be dreaming.
[Refrão] A B E
The Sleeping pills and late night films are eatin' me alive.
A B Abm A
Sleeping pills and late night films are eatin' me alive.
A B E
Sleeping pills and late night films are eatin' me alive.
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Sleeping pills and late night films are eatin' me alive.
Sleeping pills and late night films are eatin' me alive.
E
Sleeping pills and late night films are eatin' me alive.
How to play Sleeping Pills
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.