Three Am
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C F C
Look at me walkin' the streets at 3 a.m.
F C
And you're sayin' what a crazy fool I am
C7 F
But the one I love is out tonight with him
C F C
Somewhere makin' love at 3 a.m.
F C
I need a drink but all the bars are locked up tight
F C
A lonely man gets mighty thirsty late at night
C7 F
I won't ever kiss her sweet sweet lips again
C F C
This old world's an awful place at 3 a.m.
F C
There's the river here's the bridge it's too late now
F C
I've got nothing left to live for anyhow
C7 F
In the news they'll say he couldn't even swim
C F C
And he gave his life for love at 3 a.m.
F C
Yes he gave his life for love at 3 a.m.
How to play Three Am
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 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.