The Last Letter
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C G7
Why do you treat me as if I were only a friend
C
What have I done that's made you so different and cold
C7 F
Sometimes I wonder if you'll be contented again
G7 C
Or will you be happy when you are withered and old
G7
I cannot offer you diamonds and mansions so fine
C
And I cannot offer you clothes that your young body craves
C7 F
But if you'll say that you long to forever be mine
G7 C
Just think of the heartaches the tears and the sorrow you'll save
G7
When you are weary and tired of another man's gold
C
And when you get lonely remember this letter my own
C7 F
But don't try to answer though I've suffered anguish untold
G7 C
If you don't love me then why don't you leave me alone
G7
As I am writing this letter I think of the past
C
And of the promises that you are breaking so free
C7 F
But to this old world I'll soon say my farewell at last
G7 C
I will be gone when you read this last letter from me
How to play The Last Letter
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.