The Cusp The Wane
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Capo 2
Intro: C Am F C
C Am F C
I'm thirsty for good old-fashioned brawl
C Am F G7
There are many voices that are never heard at all
G9 C F G7
Mozart died a pauper, but he didn't go in vain
G9 C F C
Take solace in his knowledge of the cusp & the wane
C Am F C
Hard living may steal the best of me
C Am F G7
I've burned the candle as bright as it can be
G9 C F G7
William Blake was ridiculed & seldom used his name
G9 C F C
He forced his part untroubled by the cusp & the wane
Am Em F C
Let's hear it for the underdogs who skipped the hall of fame
Am E7 C7 Fm
One more cheer for the underdogs who never played the game
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C Am F C
C Am F C
C Am F C
Sweet madness, it never felt so true
C Am F G7
Living bored of lightning that sparks out of the blue
G9 C F G7
You have always loved me, even when I've been insane
G9 C F F/G C
Thanks for riding with me on the cusp & the wane
How to play The Cusp The Wane
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.