The Promise
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capo 2
Intro: A (hammer sus4) x2
A (hammer sus4)
If you need a friend
F#m
Don't look to a stranger
D (hammer sus4)
You know in the end,
A
I'll always be there
But when you're in doubt
And when you're in danger
Take a look all around, and I'll be there
Chorus:
A
I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say
F#m
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be
D Dm
But if you wait around a while, I'll make you fall for me
A E A
I promise, I promise you I will
When your day is through
And so is your temper
You know what to do
I'm gonna always be there
Sometimes if I shout
It's not what's intended
These words just come out
With no gripe to bear
I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be
But if you wait around a while, I'll make you fall for me
I promise, I promise you I will
Bridge: A F#m D A F#m D E
I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be
And if I had to walk the world, I'd make you fall for me
I promise you, I promise you I will
I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be
But if you wait around a while, I'll make you fall for me
I promise, I promise you
Finish on A
How to play The Promise
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.