Translucent
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B Bm7
Yeah, I see right through
G A Bm G Bm7
Everything you want me to believe is true
A Bm7 G A Bm
So don't lie to me 'cause this freedom sure ain't free
G A Bm A
What's the cost supposed to be?
D G
Don't take me for old and dead
D G D
Don't start singing about what is wrong
G Bm G
I'm thinking you ain't that strong to take the truth
Bm G
I ain't dumb, I know it's you
A Bm
With all the luck you're dealt
G A Bm G Bm
You should give back all the wealth you gave yourself
A Bm G A Bm
Now wherever you go all the words come much too slow
G A Bm
Thought I had the right to know
A D G
Where you're going and where you've been
D G D
Don't start singing about what is wrong
G Bm G
I'm thinking you ain't that strong to take the truth
Bm G
I ain't dumb, I know it's you
D G D
Don't start singing about what is wrong
G Bm G
I'm thinking you ain't that strong to take the truth
Bm G
I ain't dumb, I know it's you
G D G
I see your face is cold and blue
D G
Your expressions make it true
D G
It sucked the life all out of me
D G D
Don't start singing about what is wrong
G Bm G
I'm thinking you ain't that strong to take the truth
Bm G
I ain't dumb, I know it's you
D G D
Don't start singing about what is wrong
G Bm G
I'm thinking you ain't that strong to take the truth
Bm G
I ain't dumb, I know it's you
How to play Translucent
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 B. 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.