The Promise
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C Am
If you need a friend, don't look to a stranger,
F C
You know in the end, I'll always be there.
Am
But when you're in doubt, and when you're in danger,
F C
Take a look all around, and I'll be there.
C
I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say.
Am
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be.
F
But if you'll wait around awhile, I'll make you fall for me,
C G C
I promise you, I promise you I will.
C Am
When your day is through, and so is your temper,
F C
You know what to do, I'm gonna always be there.
Am
Sometimes if I shout, it's not what's intended.
F C
These words just come out, with no gripe to bear.
C
I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say.
Am
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be.
F
But if you'll wait around awhile, I'll make you fall for me,
C G
I promise you, I promise you...
C
I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say.
Am
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be.
F
And if I had to walk the world, I'd make you fall for me,
C G C
I promise you, I promise you I will.
Am F
I gotta tell you, I gotta tell you, I need to tell you...
C
I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say.
Am
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be.
F
But if you'll wait around awhile, I'll make you fall for me,
C G
I promise you, I promise you...
C
I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say.
Am
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be.
F
And if I had to walk the world, I'd make you fall for me,
C G C
I promise you, I promise you I will.
F C
I will. I will.
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Contribuição: Aislane Oliveira(aislane@excite.com)
How to play The Promise
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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.