The Turning Tide
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A Amaj7 D Bm7
What would I say if you should turn away from me?
Bm Em
I do not know if there are words
Bm Em7 F#m
that I can see I only know
G
that I am reaching too high
D Adim Em 7 A7
And who are we to touch the wind
D Adim Em7 A7
And say our ship is coming in
D
The turning tide
[Refrão]
D G A D
Tell me the answer in your changing mind,
F#m Bm G A A7
changing mind don't know if love can last
A Amaj7 D Bm7
When time is gone and we are on the roundabout
Bm Em
Would you still laugh and be a clown
Bm Em7 F#m
when love runs out Or will you say
G
that I am reaching too high?
D Adim Em 7 A7
And who are we to touch the wind
D Adim Em7 A7
And say our ship is coming in
D
The turning tide
(slow down)
D Adim Em 7 A7
And who are we to touch the wind
D Adim Em7 A7
And say our ship is coming in
D GD GD
The turning tide
How to play The Turning Tide
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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.