Transatlanticism
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A C#m D F#m (2x) E
A C#m D F#m
The Atlantic was born today, and I'll tell you how.
A C#m D F#m E
The clouds above opened up and let it out.
A C#m
I was standing on the surface of a perforated sphere
D F#m E
When the water filled every hole.
A C#m
And thousands upon thousands made an ocean,
D F#m
Making islands where no island should go.
E
Oh no.
D A F#m E (4x)
A C#m D F#m
Most people were overjoyed; they took to their boats.
A C#m D F#m E
I thought it less like a lake and more like a moat.
A C#m
The rhythm of my footsteps crossing floodlands to your door
D F#m E
Have been silenced forever more.
A C#m
The distance is quite simply much too far for me to row
D F#m
It seems farther than ever before
A
Oh no.
[Refrão] D A F#m E
I need you so much closer {x4}
F#m C#m D E
I need you so much closer
F#m Bm D A F#m E
I need you so much closer
D A F#m E (15x)
F#m C#m D E
I need you so much closer
F#m Bm D A F#m E
I need you so much closer
D A F#m E (2x)
D A F#m E
So come on, come on {x4}
How to play Transatlanticism
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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.