The Prisoner (acoustic)
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Doo doo doo doo, doo do do do do do do doo X 2 then hit F#m once
C#m B
You have watched me, safe in your anonymity
C#m B
I have dreamed you, held in your security
F#m G#m F#m G#m
Some people believe a photograph traps your mortal soul
F#m G#m D Ebm
Your eyes ARE the camera and you've TAKEN hold
C#m 1 strum let it ring out
And you captured me
G#m
I need you to take control
C#m
I am a prisoner of no confidence
F#m B F#m C#m
You've entered me now make me whole
Doo doo doo doo, doo do do do do do do doo X 2 then hit F#m once
C#m B
Every place I go I feel your lenses trained on me
C#m B
This distant concentration takes away my energy
F#m G#m
Your image burns it's negative
F#m G#m
Behind my waking eyes
F#m G#m D Ebm
Then the night comes and you stalk your prize
Rpt Chorus
Some people believe a photograph traps your mortal soul
Your eyes were the camera and you've taken hold
Rpt Chorus
ps. I always call # & b F#,C#,G#,Bb,Eb
C#m do do do do B do do do do
How to play The Prisoner (acoustic)
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 F#m. 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.