Take it back
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D A7 Ab7 G7 D
Take it back, take it back, take that thing right out of here.
A D A7 Ab7 G7 D
Right away, far away, take that thing right out of here.
Am A#m Bm Am A#m Bm
Don't let them take me to where streams are red.
Am A#m Bm Am A#m Bm
I want to stay here and sleep in my own bed.
G7
Need all your loving, long blonde hair,
G7
Don't let them take me 'cause I'm easily scared.
C#7 D A7 Ab7 G7 D
Take it back, take it back, take that thing right out of here.
(Chorus:)
Am A#m Bm Am A#m Bm
I got this great need, the need to stay alive.
Am A#m Bm Am A#m Bm
Not ashamed of my creed, I've got to survive.
G7
So come on baby, don't go away,
G7
Just let them save me for a rainy day.
C#7 D A7 Ab7 G7 D
Take it back, take it back, take that thing right out of here.
(Repeat 2nd Verse)
(Chorus)
Am A#m Bm Am A#m Bm
I got this thing, I've got to keep it sharp.
Am A#m Bm Am A#m Bm
Don't go to places where it won't shine in the dark.
G7
So come on baby, don't go away,
G7
Just let them save me for a rainy day.
C#7 D A7 Ab7 G7 D
Take it back, take it back, take that thing right out of here.
How to play Take it back
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.