Summerlong
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G
I know how to play this game
one, two, three and I'm safe
C
count real slow to five
G
you couldn't keep me around if you tried
I know how to beat the rage
of my tender age
C
touch me once in the hall
G
but don't look back and don't call
C D G
There are some things I can hardly say
C D G
You've got me feeling a brand new way
C G/B D A9 D4 G D
Please don't let this be summerlong
G
And I used to play this game
in the middle lane
C
pass them all on the inside
G
and don't get caught in a lie
C D G
There are some things I can hardly say
C D G
You've got me feeling a brand new way
C G/B D A9 D4 G D
Please don't let this be summerlong
C D
Cuz I want to stay
C D
Cuz I want to stay
G/B A
All the nights and wasted time
C G D/F#
trying to get my head to change its mind
C G/B A
all the talk of what it could be
C D
when it never was
C D G
There are some things I can hardly say
C D G
You've got me feeling a brand new way
C G/B D A9 D4 G D
Please don't let this be summerlong
How to play Summerlong
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. 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.