The Long One
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Intro: D G D G
verse 1
D G D
There's no holding you back when you're leaving
G D G
I'll have to face it alone until tomorrow, and as your fading away
Bm G
I know it's a matter of hours til the tears begin
Bm G
Guess I'll turn out the lights and I'll settle in
[Refrão]
D A
For the long one, for the restless night
Bm G
As your memory fades with no end in sight
D A
It's a strong one and it holds on tight
Cmaj G A
Laying in the darkness, praying for the morning sun
D G D
It's a long one
verse 2
D G D
I've been through this before it wasn't easy
G D
I think I'm ready this time, I think I'm ready
G
I'll lay down on this bed and then
Bm G
I'll imagine your touch and I'll see your face
Bm G
And the shadows will come and surround this place
[Refrão]
D A
For the long one, for the restless night
Bm G
As your memory fades with no end in sight
D A
It's a strong one and it holds on tight
Cmaj G A
Laying in the darkness, praying for the morning sun
C9
It's a long one
Bridge
G D Cmaj
These days go by so fast, I just turn around then they're gone
G A D
And when the night time goes, it's long and lonely, holding on and on
[Refrão]
A Bm G D A
For the long one, for the restless night
Bm G
As your memory fades with no end in sight
D A
It's a strong one and it holds on tight
Cmaj G A
Laying in the darkness, praying for the morning sun
Tag
D G D G D
It's a long one, it's a long one
How to play The Long One
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.