The Fairground
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[Verso 1]
Dm7 Bm
You said it might be scary
Dm7 Bm
I bought a ticket and I rode it anyway
Em A
This ride is temporary
Em A
Like the teardrops on my birthday
[Verso 2]
Dm7 Bm
I spent all of my money
Dm7 Bm
And I threw up on my shoes
Em A
I'll still come back tomorrow
Em A
Though the chances are I'll lose
[Refrão]
D Bm
Take my hand, it's time to fly
G
'Cause you're born alone and you die alone
G
And in between I'll see you at the
Dm7 Bm
fairground
Dm7 Bm
Kiss me as the merry-go-round goes round
Em A
Make sure it's what you wanted
Em A
Sometimes the mansion's haunted
Instrumental
Dm7 Bm x2
Em A x2
[Refrão]
D Bm
Take my hand, it's time to fly
G
'Cause you're born alone and you die alone
G
And in between I'll see you at the
Dm7 Bm
fairground
Dm7 Bm
Kiss me as the merry-go-round slows down
Em A
The fortune teller told me
Em A
You're the next big thing, baby
[Refrão]
D Bm
Take my hand, it's time to fly
G
'Cause you're born alone and you die alone
G
And in between I'll see you at the
Dm7 Bm
fairground
How to play The Fairground
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Dm7. 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.