Sweet Misery
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C Am
When I'm lonely I think about someone
F G7 C
Someone I call Sweet Misery
G7 C Am
In her arms I was in heaven
F G7 C
But heaven wasn't meant for me
Am
I still love her oh but I've lost her
F G7 C
When she walked out the hurt walked in
G7 C Am
Now our love's gone just like an old song
F G7 C
That no one ever wants to hear again
Am
I count heartaches that a big fool makes
F G7 C
And I think about my Sweet Misery
G7 C Am
To my sorrow each new tomorrow
F G7 C
Proves there ain't never been a bigger fool than me
Am
Cause in her arms I was in heaven
F G7 C
But heaven wasn't meant for me
G7 C Am
Oh when I'm lonely I think about someone
F G7 C
Someone I call Sweet Misery
F G7 C
Someone I call sweet misery
F G7 C
Someone I call sweet misery
How to play Sweet Misery
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.