Sweet Thing
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Intro: (Dm G) x2
Dm G
In the beginning, when life was simple we were at each other night and day
Dm G Dm G
you were so sensual and so inventive we said we'd stick together come what may
Dm G
In the beginning, you were so brutal You turned the heat on in the afternoon
Dm G
Get so excited, get so addicted You had me eating from your golden spoon
Bb Dm C G
Now I don't wanna spoil the party I know it goes against the grain
Bb G
As the plane touched down I got movies of you running through my fevered brain
Dm G
(I really love my sweet thing, I can't give her up) x3
Dm G
In the beginning, when we were winning I was your ever-present love-sick fool
Dm G
You turned the heat off and left me standing Freezing by your swimming pool
Dm G
(I can't give it up, I can't give it up) x2
Bb Dm C G
Now I don't wanna spoil the party I know it goes against the grain
Bb G
As the plane touched down, and the midnight moon can't just walk away
Dm G Dm G Bb A
(Really love my sweet thing, wanna' lick it up) x2
Dm G
(Really love my sweet thing, can't give it up) hasta el final
How to play Sweet Thing
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Dm. 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.