The Winner Takes It All
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Verse
C
I don't want to talk
G7
About the things we've gone through
Dm
Though it's hurting me
G7
Now it's history
C
I've played all my cards
G7
And that's what you've done too
Dm
Nothing more to say
G7
No more ace to play
[Refrão] C E
The winner takes it all
Am A7
The loser standing small
Dm
Beside the victory
G7
That's her destiny
Verse
C
I was in your arms
G7
Thinking I belonged there
Dm
I figured it made sense
G7
Building me a fence
C
Building me a home
G7
Thinking I'd be strong there
Dm
But I was a fool
G7
Playing by the rules
Pre-Chorus
C E
The gods may throw a dice
Am A7
Their minds as cold as ice
Dm
And someone way down here
G7
Loses someone dear
[Refrão] C E
The winner takes it all
Am A7
The loser has to fall
Dm
It's simple and it's plain
G7
Why should I complain
Verse
C
I don't want to talk
G
If it makes you feel sad
Dm
And I understand
G
You've come to shake my hand
C
I apologize
G
If it makes you feel bad
Dm
Seeing me so tense
G
No self-confidence
Pre-Chorus
C E
The judges will decide
Am A7
The likes of me abide
Dm
Spectators of the show
G7
Always staying low
C E
The game is on again
Am A7
A lover or a friend
Dm
A big thing or a small
G7
The winner takes it all
Outro
C E
The winner takes it all
Am A7
mmmmh mmmmmh
Dm
The winner takes it all
G7 C
The winner takes it all
How to play The Winner Takes It All
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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.