The Beautiful Occupation
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From 12 Memories Album
Trascribed by: Achtung! ;)
Ok, if you want to play this song the way they do:
I'm not sure about de D/F# chord, you may want to play
just the D chord, or you can try a G/F#{220033 chord... It's up to you.
Capo--> 7th fret
Intro:
{ Bm Em } x2
Riff (with capo):
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e|---------2------|
B|----------------|
G|-----4-------4--|
D|-5--------------| repeat until chorus and play again
A|----------------| on every verse and prechorus
E|----------------|
Verse:
Bm
Don't just stand there watching it happening
Em
I can't stand it, Don't need it
Bm
Something's telling me
Em
Don't wanna go out this way, But have a nice day
Pre-chorus:
G D/F# Em
Then read it in the headlines
G D/F# Em
Watch it on the TV
G D/F# Em
Put it in the background
G D/F# Em
Stick it in a bag, Stick it in a bag
[Refrão] A Em
For the beautiful occupation
A Em
The beautiful occupation
A Em
You don't need an invitation
A Em
To drop in upon a nation
Verse (same as above):
Bm
I'm too cynical...
Em
I'm just wasting....
Bm
Half a million...
Em
Gonna die today...
G D/F# Em
Then read it in the headlines
G D/F# Em
Watch it on the TV
G D/F# Em
Put it in the background
G D/F# Em
Stick it in a bag, Stick it in a bag
{Chorus}
Solo:
Bm Bb A Em
{Verse}
{Prechorus}
{Chorus} x 2
End with:
Bm Em D {Single strums}
I'd appreciate if someone can help me with the solo...
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How to play The Beautiful Occupation
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 D/F#. 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.