The Inside Story
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Capo 1st Fret
Intro: C D G C D G D
Verse 1:
G C G
The rumor going'round
G D
Is that I haven't shed a tear
D
But don't they know you can't believe
C D G
Everything you hear
G C G
'Cause ever since you left
G C
I've been a master of disguise
C D G C
I may be smiling on the outside
D G
But don't look into my eyes, 'cause...
Chorus:
D
The inside story
C D G
Is as clear as black and white
A
I still dream about you
C D
When I turn out the lights
C F C
The news out on the street
G Em
Says you didn't break my heart
C D G
But the inside story
D G C D G C D G
Is tearing me apart
Verse 2:
G C G
I thought maybe there was something wrong
G D
That we'd work out in time
D
And looking back I can see
C D G
I didn't read between the lines
G C G
And now my pride helps me hide the pain
G C
So it's not written on my face
C D G C
When we pass I'll pretend your memory
D G
Was easy to erase, but...
Repeat Chorus
Outro:
C D G C
Oh, the inside story
D C D G
Is tearing me apart
How to play The Inside Story
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.