Third Rate Romance
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A E
Settin' at a tiny table in a ritzy restaurant, She was starin' at her coffee cup,
A
He was tryin' to keep his courage up while 'plying booze.
A E
The talk was small when they talked at all they both knew what they want.
There was no need to talk about it,
A
They were old enough to start without it and keep it smooth.
C# F#m D (5 beats)
She said, "You don't look like my type but I guess you'll do."
A E A
Third rate romance, low rent rendezvous.
C# F#m D
He said, "I'll even tell you that I love you if you want me to."
A E A
Third rate romance, low rent rendezvous.
A E
When they left the bar, they got in his car and they drove away.
^
A
He drove to the Family Inn, She didn't even have to pretend she didn't know what for.
^ ^
E
Then he went to the desk and made his request while she waited outside.
^
A
When he came back with the key, she said give it to me and I'll unlock the door.
C# F#m D
She kept sayin', "I've never really done this kind of thing before, have you?"
A E A
Third rate romance, low rent rendezvous.
C# F#m D
He said, "Yes I have, but only a time or two."
A E A
Third rate romance, low rent rendezvous.
Third rate romance, low rent rendezvous.
Third rate romance, low rent rendezvous.
How to play Third Rate Romance
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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.