Tell Me Why
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Bb C
Sailing heartships through
Broken harbours
Gm7
Out on the waves
F
In the night
Bb C
Still the searcher must
Gm7 F
Ride the dark horse Racing along In his stride
[Refrão]
C Gm7 F Bb
Tell me why
C Gm7 F
Tell me why
Bb
Is it hard to make arrangements with yourself
C Bb
When you're old enough to repay
Am7 Dm
But young enough to sell
Bb C Gm7 F
[Verso 2]
Bb C Gm7
Tell me lies later Come and see me I'll be around
F
for a while
Bb C Gm7 F
I am lonely but You can free me All in the way that you smile
[Refrão]
C Gm7 F Bb
Tell me why
C Gm7 F
Tell me why
Bb
Is it hard to make arrangements with yourself
C Bb
When you're old enough to repay
Am7 Dm
But young enough to sell
Bb C Gm7 F
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 Bb. 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.