Were Breaking Up
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B E C# B
This is the only voice I know.
B E
These are the only words I have.
F# E
This is the only way I know how to say, we're not in love anymore.
D G
It's the same way that it's always been,
The dynamic to the relationship never changes.
It's the same way that it's always been,
The dynamic to the relationship never changes.
B E C# B
We used to like all the same bands.
B E
We used to have all the same friends.
F#
What do we have left in common?
E B E
Just shared memories of good times long since past. (Long since past)
D G
It's the same way that it's always been,
The dynamic to the relationship never changes.
It's the same way that it's always been,
The dynamic to the relationship never changes.
A G
You can't get what you want from me, and I can't get what I need from you.
D G
This is the only voice I know.
D A
These are the only words I have.
A G
This is the only way I know how to say, we're breaking up.
D G
It's the same way that it's always been.
It's the same way that it's always been.
A
I'm not giving up on us.
G D
I'm not giving up on us.
How to play Were Breaking Up
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is B. 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.