We Are Young
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E B7M E G#m7
We are young and love is by my side
E D#m7 C#m7 D#
You can feel my sorrow moistening the sky
E7M B7M E G#m7
We are made of fire from the stars
E D#m7 C#m7 D#
I ran from the shadows, didn't get much far
C#7M Cm7 A#m7 Cm7
I ride a wave and it says I love you
C#7M Cm7 A#m7 D#
I ride a wave and it says I love you
E B7M E G#m7
Smoke and neon burning through my veins
E D#m7 C#m7 D#
Water from the river washes away my pain
E B7M E G#m7
Silver moonlight casting far away
E D#m7 C#m7 D#7
Silhouettes of my dreams asking us to stay
C#7M Cm7 A#m7 Cm7
I ride a wave and it says I love you
C#7M Cm7 A#m7 D#7
I ride a wave and it says I love you
E7M B7M E7M G#m7
E7M D#m7 C#m7 D#7 D#
How to play We Are Young
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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.