Wasted Years
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Em D
From the coast of gold, across the seven seas
Em D
I'm travelling on, far and wide
C Em
But now it seems, I'm just a stranger to myself
D C
And all the things I sometimes do, it isn't me but someone else
Em D
I close my eyes, and think of home
Em D
Another city goes by, in the night
C Em
Ain't it funny how it is, you never miss it til it's gone away
D C
And my heart is lying there, and will be til my dying day
G C Am D C Am
So... ...understand
Em D C
Don't waste your time always searching for those wasted years
G C Am D C Am
Face up.....make your stand
Em D C
And realize you're living in the golden years
Em D
Too much time on my hands, I got you on my mind
E D
Can't ease this pain, so easily
C Em
When you can't find the words to say, it's hard to make it through another Day
D C
And it makes me wanna cry, and throw my hands up to the Sky
(Em)
Em D C
How to play Wasted Years
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Em. 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.