Start over Texas
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Intro:
E | C#m7 | A | B play twice
Verse 1
E C#m7
As you lie in my arms
A
girl my heart on my sleeve
E C#m7 F#m B
Words come so hard in moments like these
A B G#m C#m7
There's feelings I have that are so hard to show
F#m G#m7 A B
But right now there's one thing I want you to know
Chorus:
E C#m7 A B
As long as the tides ebb, the earth turns the sun sets
E C#m7 F#m B (transition)
I promise I'll always be true
A B G#m C#m7
As as long as there's stars over Texas
F#m B E
darlin' I'll hang a mo -- on for you
Verse 2
E C#m7
I know I have stumbled and
A
caused you some tears
E C#m7 F#m B
When you needed me most, I haven't always been here
A B G#m C#m7
I know I'm not always the man I should be
F#m G#m7 A B
But don't ever wonder what you mean to me
Repeat Chorus
Ending
F#m B E
darlin' I'll hang a mo -- on for you
How to play Start over Texas
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 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.