The Joke
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Dm
When you find me in the morning
Hanging on a warning
Gm A
Oh... The joke is on you
Dm
You said you were pretending
Here's to unhappy endings
Gm A
Oh... The joke is on you
Dm
To make sure yesterday doesn't repeat
I took a shortcut home
A left on the street
Gm A
I know they won't find me here
Dm
I found out how to make mama proud
Be real quiet, don't talk too loud
Gm A
I try, try to disappear
Dm
My life is for the taking
Gm
Breakdown is awaking me
A
I'm ending all this pain
When you find me in the morning
Hanging on a warning
Oh... The joke is on you
You said you were pretending
Here's to unhappy endings
Oh... The joke is on you
This is my last day
Should have been my first kiss
Think to myself will I ever be missed?
I hope... Or maybe I don't care
I wear my team around my neck
I love them so much
Gonna love them to death
Tonight... See the world through my eyes
My life is for the taking
Breakdown is erasing me
I'm ending all this pain
My great escape
Is my biggest mistake
I think you better turn around
Don't throw it away
Today... Today...
How to play The Joke
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 Dm. 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.