Smile
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[Verso 1]
C
Smile, though your heart is breaking
E7
Smile, even though its aching
Am7 D
When there are clouds in the sky
Faug
Youll get by
Dm/B
If you smile through your fear and sorrow
Bb
Smile and maybe tomorrow
Am F
Youll see the sun come shining through
G6
For you
[Verso 2]
C
Light up your face with gladness
E7
Hide every trace of sadness
Am7 D Faug
Although a tear may be ever so near
Dm/B
Thats the time you must keep on trying
Bb
Smile whats the use of crying
Am Dm/F F
Youll see that life is still worthwhile
G6
If you just smile
Interlude:
C
Do, do, do, do, do, do, do
E7
Dah, dah, dah, dah, dah, dah, dah
Am7 D Faug
Dah, bow, dah, bo, bah, bo
Dm/B
Dah, bah, bah, bah, bo, dah
Bb
Bah, bo, bah, bah, bah, bah
Final:
Dm/B
That's the time You must keep on triyng
Bb
Smile, What's the use of crying?
Am Dm/F F
Youll see that life is still worthwhile
G6 C
If you just smile
How to play Smile
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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.