Subject
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Intro: [emsus][em][Csus][C] twice
[em]I was childish and unfair
To [C]you, my only friend
[D]I regret, but now it's too [em]late
[em]I can't show you any more
The [C]things I've learned from you
[D]Cause life just took you a[em]way
I'm asking [em]why
I'm asking [Csus]why[C]
Nobody gives an [D]answer
I'm just asking [em]why
But [C]someday we'll meet again
[D]And I'll ask you
I'll ask you [em]why
Why it has to be like[C] this
I'm asking you [D]why
Please give me an an[em]swer
[em]Many years and stupid fights
[C]Till we accept to see
[D]How it was and it'll always [em]be
[C]Why it has to be like this
[D]Why we don't realize
[C]Why we're too blind to see the one
[D]Who's always on our side
I'm asking [em]why
I'm asking [Csus]why[C]
Nobody gives an [D]answer
I'm just asking [em]why
Just tell me [em]why
Why it has to be like [C]this
That the good ones disap[D]pear
I'm asking you [em]why
I'm asking [em]why
I'm asking [Csus]why[C]
Nobody gives an [D]answer
I'm just asking [em]why
I'm asking why 4 xs
How to play Subject
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 Csus. 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.