The World
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Transcribed by Dave Carr (ecarr@ALPHA2.CURTIN.EDU.AU)
(INTRO) E....
E A B (x4) (note here: on "wrapper" version he plucks the G and
B strings while playing the E chord on the 7th fret
- A shape. You know, before playing the A and B chords
its that little high 'da da'...don't get it, huh?)
(V1) E B A
The world is getting smaller each day I'm getting taller
E
And the globe is spinning faster round
B A E A B
As I'm a-getting older all the time
(V2) The meek are getting stronger, the tall are getting shorter
The buildings are all burning down
Before the call the city sky is black
(CH1) E A B E A B
Hold on to give it away (x4)
{Verse1}
(V3) The clock is ticking faster as time becomes the master
And it's time for us to all think fast
If this world is ever going to last
{Chorus1}
Mid-bit: Need some bread to get fed
I need some money to get my honey anything her little heart desires
I need some loot for my new suit
I need some cash to get some
Has anybody seen where I put my cash?
(CH2) E A B
Easy come, easy go (repeat to fade)
How to play The World
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 E. 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.