Was It Worth It
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Afinação: E A D G B ECapotraste: Sem capotraste
[Intro]
C Am F G
[Verse 1]
C
You’ve had it all figured out since you were seventeen
Am
That’s when you packed up your bag and you ran after your dream
F
You saw the Hollywood sign, the Angel City
G
They said “go do what you love and you’ll be happy”
C
And now you’re making your way but taking orders
Am
You’re washing dishes all day and counting quarters
F G
It’s not a glamorous life but take it one step at a time
You try not to cry
[Chorus]
C
Do you think that things will ever get better?
Am
Do you think you’ll be a waitress forever?
F
And do you dream someday you’ll get out of this place
G
So you can say it was worth it?
C
Do you dream of gowns and walking red carpets
Am
But for now get by with dresses from Target?
F
And do you dream some night you’ll see your name up in lights
G
So you can say it was worth it?
[Interlude]
C Am F G
[Verse 2]
C
And now it’s been a few years, you’re getting desperate
Am
You send in audition tapes, they go unanswered
F G
Your time is slipping away, you’re getting older each day
You’d do anything
[Chorus]
C
‘Cause you think that things will never get better
Am
And you’re afraid you’ll be a waitress forever
F
And so you change your name, put a smile on your face
G
Because it has to be worth it
C
Oh, you cut your hair and buy some new clothes
Am
Hang with a different crowd and get a new nose
F
Go down the rabbit hole, sell a bit of your soul
G
Oh, can you say it was worth it?
[Bridge]
F
And the sad thing is it works
Am
And you want it all even though it hurts
F G
And then you’re finally a star
And everyone loves you
G C
Or at least who they think you are
[Chorus]
C
Do you think that things will ever get better?
Am
When you look in the mirror you look so put together
F
But you don’t recognize the girl behind the eyes
G
Oh, can you say it was worth it?
C
Oh, the cameras flash and they’re screaming your name
Am
But you can’t shake the feeling that you’ve lost your way
F
So many blinding lights and you still cry at night
G
Oh, can you say it was worth it?
[Outro]
F
Was it worth it?
Am
Was it worth it?
F
Was it worth it?
G F
Ohhhh
How to play Was It Worth It
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.