Small Things
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Tell me, did you look the other way?
E
Mm-mm-mm
[Chorus]
A B
They say it's in the small things that I can see your love
E B C#m
And I got all these big things and they're messing me up
A B
And maybe it’s perspective, and that could change my mind
E B C#m
And one day all these small things they will add up over time
B A
'Cause that happens all the time
[Verse 2]
E
Did you mean to teach me something new
C#m
Or show me how to love the way you do?
A
Everyone keeps telling me you only want the best for me
Bsus4
But that's just something new to me that I believe
[Chorus]
A B
They say it's in the small things that I can see your love
E B C#m
But I've got all these big things and they're messing me up
A B
And maybe it's perspective, and that could change my mind
E B C#m
And start seeing the small things how they add up over time
B A
I know it will take some time
[Bridge]
B A
Once in a while when my heart stops beating
B C#m A
I hear you say, "If you just keep breathing
G#m C#m A C#m
You'll be alright, promise I’m not leaving"
B
Now I believe it
[Chorus]
A
They say it’s in the small things (It's in the small things)
E
That I can see your love
E B C#m
And I got all these big things and they still mess me up
A
And I know it’s perspective
B
And that has changed my mind (That has changed my mind)
E B C#m
Now I can see the small things how they add up over time
B
It just takes a little time
N.C.
One step and you'll be fine
How to play Small Things
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.