Smooth
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INTRO:
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Man it?s a hot one
Like seven inches from the midday sun
I hear you whisper & the words melt everyone
But you stay so cool
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My mu-equita, my Spanish harlem mona lisa
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Your my reason for reason
The step in my groove
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BRIDGE:
And if you say this life ain?t good enough
I would give my world to lift you up
I could change my life to better suit your mood
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Cause you're so smooth
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CHORUS:
And just like the ocean under the moon
Well that?s the same emotion that I get from you
You got the kind of lovin that can be so smooth
Gimme your heart, make it real
Or else forget about it
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I?ll tell you one thing
If you would leave it would be a crying shame
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In every breath and every word I hear your name calling me out
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Out from the barrio, you hear my rhythm from your radio
You feel the turning of the world so soft and slow
Turning you round and round
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BRIDGE:
And if you say this life ain?t good enough
I would give my world to lift you up
I could change my life to better suit your mood
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Cause you're so smooth
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CHORUS:
And just like the ocean under the moon
Well that?s the same emotion that I get from you
You got the kind of lovin that can be so smooth
Gimme your heart, make it real
Or else forget about it
How to play Smooth
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 B. 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.