Take Control
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You don't have to play the 7 in D#7, I just think it sounds good.
G#m
Take control of who you are
Stay the same don't let them change you
F# C#m
Take control of who you are
G#m
Cause ain't nobody going to save you
G#m
Take control of who you are
F#
When the world is getting stranger
C#m
Take control of who you are
G#m
Stay the same don't let them change you
B D#7
But when it comes apart,
G#m E
When it comes apart to start again
B D#7
And open up your heart,
G#m
Take control of who you are
G#m
Take control of who you are
F#
When you're looking in the mirror
C#m
Underneath the skies
G#m
You will see a little clearer
G#m
Take control of who you are
F#
When the world is getting stranger
C#m
Take control of who you are
G#m
Show the people what you're made of
B D#7
And when it comes apart,
G#m E
When it comes apart just start again
B D#7
Open up your heart,
G#m E
Take control of who you are
B D#7
And when it comes apart,
G#m E
When it comes apart just start again
B D#7
Open your heart,
G#m
Take control of who you are
E B F# F# x4
B D#
When it comes apart
G#m E
And when it comes apart just start again
B D#
Open up your heart
G#m
Take control of who you are
How to play Take Control
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D#7. 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.