This Night Wont Last
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Verso 1:
Bm F#m
Everybody likes a celebration
G D
Happy music and conversation
Em A D F#4 F#
I'd be lying if I said I didn't have the blues
Bm F#m
In the corner there's a couple dancing
G D
From the kitchen I can hear them laughing
Bm Em A
Oh I wish I was celebrating too
[Refrão]
D Bm F#m
I know this night won't last forever
G Bm Em A
I know the sun is gonna shine sometime
D Bm F#m
I need some hope for a bright tomorrow
G Bm Em A
To show this heart is gonna mend just fine
Verso 2:
Bm F#m
So pardon me for my disposition
G D
I wish I didn't have to sit and listen
Em A D F#4 F#
Their playing the same old songs on the stereo
Bm F#m
She's been lying since the day I met her
G D
I be better off to just forget her
Bm Em A
Oh I would rather be lonesome all alone
Ponte:
C
Such a ridiculous situation
C
Pretending there's nothing wrong
Bm E
She's coming on with the invitation
Em A Bb
I wonder who is taking her home
[Refrão]
Eb Cm Gm
I know this night won't last forever
Ab Cm Fm Bb
I know the sun is gonna shine sometime
Eb Cm Gm
I need some hope for a bright tomorrow
Ab Cm Fm Bb
To show this heart is gonna mend just fine
How to play This Night Wont Last
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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.