Slipping Away
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Intro: A C C Dm Am B E
E D4 D
So I've been thinking of the way you used to talk to me
E4 E
And now it seems we never talk at all
D A C G
So kiss me like you would kiss me if it were the last time
D F C G F
Hold me now, hold me like you did hold me when it was the first time
G A
Cause I can feel you slipping away
C
And I can't think of anything to say
C Dm
That will turn you around and make you stay
Am E
I can feel you slipping away
A
Slipping away
Solo: A G F E
E D4 D
Now I can see you talking softly on the phone again
E4 E
And more and more you need to be alone
D E
Now I make you angry just by being near
? G E
And even when we're together now I still feel lonely
D A C G
So kiss me like you would kiss me if it were the last time
D F C G F
Hold me now, hold me like you did hold me when it was the first time
G A
Cause I can feel you slipping away
C
And I can't think of anything to say
C Dm
That will turn you around and make you stay
Am E
I can feel you slipping away
A
Slipping away
Solo: A G F E
A
Cause I can feel you slipping away
C
And I can't think of anything to say
C Dm
That will turn you around and make you stay
Am E
I can feel you slipping away
A
Slipping away
How to play Slipping Away
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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.