Water
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[Intro:]
Dm C
Dm C
Dm C Dm
It's 10 past 2, still up thinking of you
C
If I showed you all I really want to
Dm C Dm
Would you stay, then push me away
C
I just can't return anymore
Bb C Bb
Timid heart, hide my scars
C
Make me stronger
Dm
I can't take this any longer
C
I need, I need you like water
Dm
It's on the tip of my tongue
C
I'm not asking for much
Dm
Just your love and not another
C
Cause your embrace keeps me warmer
Dm
Could I tell you this time
C palm mute
How I wish you were mine
Dm C Dm
My voice cracks, I wait for it to pass
C
Heart beats fast and words I can't take back
Dm C Dm
And so I pray I don't drive you away
C
Cause I'm scared of what I have to tell you
Bb C Bb
Timid heart, hide my scars
C
Make me stronger
Dm
I can't take this any longer
C
I need, I need you like water
Dm
It's on the tip of my tongue
C
I'm not asking for much
Dm
Just your love and not another
C
Cause your embrace keeps me warmer
Dm
Could I tell you this time
C palm mute
How I wish you were mine
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Dm C Bb
Take you higher, take you high
Dm C Bb
I can make you come alive
Dm C Bb
Open your eyes, change your mind
Dm C Bb
I'll take you higher, take you high
Dm
I can't take this any longer
C
I need, I need you like water
Dm
It's on the tip of my tongue
C
I'm not asking for much
Dm
Just your love and not another
C
Cause your embrace keeps me warmer
Dm
Could I tell you this time
C Dm C
How I wish you were mine
Dm C
How I wish you were mine
palm mute
How I wish you were mine
How to play Water
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Dm. 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.