Total Loss
View chords used in this chart
[Intro: ]G C G C G
verse 1:
G D
I can come and go as I want to
Em C
If I'm late, I don't have to call you
G D Em C
It sure feels good to be my own boss
G D
I got back control of the TV
Em C
And my life now I can just be me
G D C G
Oh, losin' you ain't a total loss
Chorus:
G C G
Last night I sifted through the ashes
G C
And when the smoke cleared I was stronger than I thought
G C G
And I'll love another day just slightly damaged
G D C G
Oh, losin' you ain't a total loss
verse 2:
G D
More hot water runnin' outta my faucet
Em C
A lot more room in the closet
G D Em C
It hurt for a while, but I'm better off, oh yeah
G D
I don't feel trapped, I don't feel smothered
Em C
I don't have to deal with your meddlin mother
G D C G
Losin you ain't a total loss
Chorus:
G C G
Last night I sifted through the ashes
G C
And when the smoke cleared I was stronger than I thought
G C G
And I'll love another day just slightly damaged
G D C G
Oh, losin' you ain't a total loss
G D Em C G D Em C G D
Chorus:
G C G
Last night I sifted through the ashes
G C
And when the smoke cleared I was stronger than I thought
G C G
And I'll love another day just slightly damaged
G D C G
Oh, losin' you ain't a total loss
G D C G
Oh, losin' you ain't a total loss
How to play Total Loss
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 G. 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.