The Last Cheater's Waltz
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[Intro: ]C C Am G
VERSE 1
C C7
She was going to pieces when he walked in the door
F
She just had to see him, she can't wait no more
G
Tonight he'll be with her no matter the cost
G7 C G
As the band plays the Last Cheater's Waltz
C C7
He tells her he loves her and the music plays on
F
He tells her he needs her but someone's at home
G
The ballgames all over and she knows she's lost
G7 C G
As the band plays the Last Cheater's Waltz
Chorus:
C G Am7
And ooo-hoo-ooo,
G F Dm Fmaj7 Dm
Don't they sound lonely
G Dm7 G
And ooo-hoo-ooo,
Dm7 G C G
Don't they play sad
C G Am7
And ooo-ooh-ooo,
G F Dm Fmaj7 Dm
Three quarter only
G Dm7 G
Watch how he holds her as they dance
Dm7 G C G
To the Last Cheater's Waltz
How to play The Last Cheater's Waltz
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.