Used To Bad News
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Intro - D, Dm, F, G, D, Dm, F, G
D
I’ve been used
F G D
But I’m takin’ it like a man
I’m confused
F G D
But I’m doin’ the best that I can
G A D
I’ve been tossed around plenty before
G A Bm
I’ve had this heart of mine broken and more
G A D
I can’t find a reason for sure
G A D Dm
But I’ve gotten used to bad news
F G D Dm F G
(can’t find me a reason for sure)
D
Don’t tell me why
F G D
it’s over I can see the end
But please don’t lie
F G D
If you leave me, leave me like a friend
G A D
I’ve been tossed around plenty of times
G A Bm
And I’ve read between all the lines
G A D
You’re just another in the grand design
G A D
And I’ve gotten used to bad news
Abm Db Abm Db
Abm Db
I know what you’re sayin’ is bad
Abm Db D
It’s not what I wanted but I’m ready for that
I’m ready for that, yea.
Instrumental- G A D G A D G A Bm G A
D
I’ve been used
F G D
But I’m takin’ it like a man
I’m confused
F G D
But I’m doin’ the best that I can
G A D
I’ve been tossed around plenty before
G A Bm
I’ve had this heart of mine broken and more
G A D
I can’t find a reason for sure
G A D
But I’ve gotten used to bad news
G A D
I’ve gotten used to bad news
G A D
I’ve gotten used to bad news
How to play Used To Bad News
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.