The World Retreats
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Intro Bm A Em F#m
Bm A
Hold back and fight among the stars
Em
We could be the lucky ones
F#m
If we could only levitate
Bm A
Fly low dear, dance beneath the trees
Em
If only we had oxygen
F#m
Then we'd begin to breathe
Bm A
And we can watch
Em F#m
While the beauty takes its toll
Bm A
And we can stop
Em F#m
While the world retreats
Bm A
Lie low dear
Em F#m
Fix yourself a life
Bm A
We could be the wealthy ones
Em F#m
If we could only emigrate
Bm A
These walls get closer by the night
Em F#m
Everything gets delicate
Bm A
And everything in flight
Bm A
And we can watch
Em F#m
While the beauty takes its toll
Bm A
And we can stop
Em F#m
While the world retreats
How to play The World Retreats
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bm. 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.