Until The Real Thing Comes Along
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verse 1
Bb
I'd work for you
F7+5 Bb
I'd slave for you
Bb/A Bb/Ab G9 Dm7 G7
I'd be a beggar or a knave for you
Cm7 F7 Bb
If that isn't love, it will have to do
Bbdim Cm7 Ebm6 F7
Until the real thing comes along
verse 2
Bb
I'd gladly move
F7/5+ Bb
The earth for you
Bb/A Bb/Ab G9 Dm7 G7
To prove my love, dear And its worth for you
Cm7 F7 Bb
If that isn't love, it will have to do
Eb6 Gm6 A7 D
Until the real thing comes along.
Middle 8
Adim Em7 A7 D
With all the words, dear, at my command
Abdim Em7 A9 D
I just can't make you understand
Ebdim Em7 A7 D
I'll always love you, darling, come what may
Bdim
My heart is yours
F7 Abdim F7
What more can I say?
verse 3
Bb
I'd sigh for you
F7/5+ Bb
I'd cry for you
Bb/A Bb/Ab G9 Dm7 G7
I'd tear the stars down from the sky for you
Cm7 F7 Bb
If that isn't love, it will have to do
Eb6 Bb
Until the real thing comes along.
How to play Until The Real Thing Comes Along
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 Bb. 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.