Tell Me Why
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Verse
C G
Every time I look at someone new
G7 G7 C
Tell me why I think of you
C7 F F7
Then you sometimes ask me by
C
You're playing with love
G7 C F7 C
Darling tell me why (tell me why)
Middle 8
F
You left me all alone
C
To cry over you
D7
My heart is torn and broken
G
There's nothing left to do
Verse
C F G
In my prayers, I'll mention you
G7 G7 C
When you're gone I feel so blue
C7 F F7
Why can't I have all of you
C G7
Oh, somebody, please tell me why
Coda a cappella
F B C
(Tell me why-y)
How to play Tell Me Why
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.