The Mess
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C F
You sailed away one night in June
C F
I heard you say you would be back soon
C F
But since that day it's been one long loon
G7 F C
Oh - sweet darling what a mess I'm in
C F
I spoke to Jimmy with the big tattoo
C F
Said had he seen any sign of you
C F
He laughed at me and then laughed at you
G7 F C
Oh - sweet darling what a mess I'm in
Em G
If I want ya
Em G
do I get ya
Em G
All I needed
Em G
your own number,
Em G
Will you give me
Em G
your own number
Em G
When you're near me
Em G
Do you hear me
Em G
I can't see ya
Em G
But I can feel ya
Em G
When you're near me
Em G
Can ya hear me
G7 F
Oh sweet darling
G7 F
Oh sweet darling
G7 F C F
Oh - sweet darling what a mess I'm in
C F
What a mess I'm in,
C F
What a mess I'm in,
G Dm Am E
Oh oh - oh oh wo - wo
G Dm Am E
Oh oh - oh wo, wo wo
How to play The Mess
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.