Take My Time
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[Intro ]
G D Am C D x3
[Verso 1]
G
I used to run like the world was ending
Am
Always in a hurry, never moving slow
C
Chasing something I couldn't name
D
Somewhere I didn't need to go
[Refrão]
G D Am
Now I take my time, take my time.
C G
No more racing the morning light.
G Am
I take my time, take my time.
C D G C G
And the days come out all right.
[Verso 2]
G
Used to think that being busy
Am
Meant that I was doing fine.
C
Now I know a slower morning
D
Beats a fast and empty climb.
[Refrão]
G Am
So I take my time, take my time.
C D G
No more racing the morning light.
G Am
I take my time, take my time.
C D G
And the days come out all right.
{Instrumental}
D Am C D G D Am C D
[Ponte]
Am G
Nothing's chasing me today.
D Em
Nothing that I can't leave behind.
Am
The world kept turning anyway.
D
Now I leave the rush behind.
[Refrão]
G Am
So I take my time, take my time.
C D G
No more racing the morning light.
G Am
I take my time, take my time.
C D G
And the days come out all right.
[Refrão]
G D Am
Take my time, take my time.
C D G
It took me long enough to learn.
G D Am
Take my time, take my time.
C D G
Peace ain't something ..... you got to earn.
Outro
G Am C D G x2
How to play Take My Time
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. 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.