Videotape
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Intro: A/C# E A/C# E
A/C# E
When I'm at the pearly gates
C#m E A
This'll be on my videotape, my videotape
C#m E
When mephistopholis is just beneath
A C#m E A
And he's reaching up to grab me
C#m
This is one for the good days
E A
And I have it all here in red blue green
C#m E
In red blue green
A C#m E
You are my centre when I spin away
C#m
Out of control on videotape
E A
On videotape, on videotape
C#m E
On videotape, on videotape
Solo: A C#m E
A C#m E
This is my way of saying goodbye
A C#m
Because I can't do it face to face
E
I'm talking to you
A C#m E
No matter what happens now
I won't be afraid
C#m E
Because I know today has been
A C#m
The most perfect day I've ever seen
Fim: E F#m A C#m
How to play Videotape
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 A/C#. 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.