Take My Life
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Intro D C G
[Verso 1]
D C G
I took a snapshot of my life
D C G
But the exposure was all wrong
D C B7 Em
I couldn't see a thing developing
C D
It's been that way too long
[Verso 2]
D C G
So I have come with a request
D C G
Though part of me thinks I'm insane
D C B7 Em
But I'm determined to see this thing through
C Cm
And I will not complain
[Refrão]
G Bm Dm7 Em
Take my life and turn it into something better
C D G D
Choose anyway you will
G Bm Dm7 Em
Take this shack, break down the walls and build a palace
C D G
Up on a higher hill
[Verso 2]
D C G
I thought I knew where I should go and try
D C G
To get there on my own
D C B7 Em
I took the easy roads and now I know
C Cm
I'm lost and all alone
[Refrão]
G Bm Dm7 Em
Take my life and turn it into something useful
C D G D
Don't stop until your done
G Bm Dm7 Em
Take these eyes, and make them see a clearer vision
C D G
Of what I can become
[Ponte]
C Cm
And on those days, when I think I'm dying
G Em
I'll trust in you and keep on trying
C Am
And if you pick this road, I'll take it
C Cm
'Cause with you as my guide, I know I can make it
[Refrão]
G Bm Dm7 Em
Take my life and make it one that is worth living
C D G D
Don't stop until your through
G Bm Dm7 Em
Take this life, the one that I am freely giving
Final
C Cm
I give it all, I give it all
G Em
I give it all to you
C Cm D C Cm
I give it all, I give it all
G
To you
How to play Take My Life
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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.