Understanding (ver.3)
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For the pipe (church) organ
An amazingly simple song once you figure out what's going on. Listen to the song and you'll get it.
If you want to get fancy, you can embellish this with a piano or electric guitar.
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SONG STRUCTURE:
Verse:
D#m C# B C# A#
Chorus:
B C# D#m
Bridge:
D#m B G# A#
Use them thusly~
Verse 8x (vocals start on the forth time and end with one round left)
Chorus 2x
Verse 5x
Chorus 2x
Bridge 1X (heavy drums)
Chorus 2x
Verse 6x (hold the final chord for a while and fade)
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D#m C#
The pain that grips you
B
The fear that binds you
C# D#m
Releases life in me
C#
In our mutual
B
Shame we hide our eyes
C#
To blind them from the truth
A#
That finds a way from who we are
D#m C#
Please don't be afraid
B
When the darkness fades away
C#
The dawn will break the silence
A# D#m
Screaming in our hearts
C#
My love for you still grows
B
This I do for you
C# D#m C# B C# A#
Before I try to fight the truth my final time
B C#
Can't wash it all away
D#m
Can't wish it all away
B C#
Can't cry it all away
D#m
Can't scratch it all away
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The rest of the lyrics follow a similar route. Enjoy!
How to play Understanding (ver.3)
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 D#m. 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.