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Intro:
A E
A E
 
Verse
 
E
She’s got her heart hangin’ on her sleeve.
A
Locked and loaded for the third degree.
E
Well, I’ll take the chance, any chance I can.
A
It’s a leap of faith with installment plans.
 
Instrumental A E
 
[Refrão]
E
She’s standing in the kitchen in her morning clothes.
A
She’s got a sink full of dishes, and a sink full of soap.
E
Oh, Sweet Amy come back to bed.
A
You just need some time to lay your head,
Need some time to lay your head.
 
Verse
 
B Cm A
Oh, Sweet Amy,
B Cm A
I’m slowly fading.
B Cm A
Oh, Sweet Amy,
B
You’ll never be, you’ll never be, you’ll never be
E A
Lonely.
E
Lonely.
 
[Refrão]
E
She’s walking outside in the pouring rain.
A
She’s got her shoes untied and her soul’s in a sling.
E
Oh, Sweet Amy, come back inside,
A
Cause I can’t tell if you’re crying,
A
I can’t tell if you’re crying.
 
Outro
 
B Cm A
Oh, Sweet Amy,
B Cm A
I’m slowly fading.
B Cm A
Oh, Sweet Amy,
B
You’ll never be, you’ll never be, you’ll never be
E A
Lonely.
E A
Lonely.
E
Lonely.

How to play Sweet Amy

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What is the starting chord?

The first identified chord is A. 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.

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