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I found tabbing this song slightly hard, so I hope it's accurate enough. Enjoy!
CAPO 1
Intro: C F x2
verse 1:
(F) C F
She's a big top tent with bright spotlights
C F
That woman sure knows how to shine
C F
You almost can't believe your eyes
F G C
You can hardly wait to see the sign
C F
She'll have you walking that high wire
C F
Jumping through her rings of fire
C F
Give you your moment in the sun
F G C
Be careful not to fall in love
[Refrão](C) F
Cause that curtain falls
C
The lights go out
F
The show goes on
G
She leaves town
Am G
If you know what's good for you
C F
You'll just let her go
F G C F
Or you'll end up next to me in her sideshow
Break: C F
verse 2:
C F
I remember how that spotlight felt
C F
When she wanted me and no one else
C F
Nowadays I play my part
F G C
Pay a dime, you'll see my broken heart
[Refrão](C) F
That curtain falls
C
The lights go out
F
The show goes on
G
She leaves town
Am G
If you know what's good for you
C F
You'll just let her go
F G C F
Or you'll end up next to me in her sideshow
Am G
And if you know what's good for you
C F
You'll just let her go
F G C F
Don't end up next to me in her sideshow
C F til end...
How to play Slideshow
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 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.