What Is Love
View chords used in this chart
(Intro) E A E A
(verse 1)
A A/G#
The phone rang today
F#m
I let it ring and ring and ring
A A/G#
I was trying to sleep
F#m
You interrupted me
D F#m
I didn't want to pick up
D E
I let it go through the routine
Bm A D
But I'm caught in the in between
[Refrão]
E
What is love
A
if it's locked up in this house
E
What is love
A
if it's locked up in my mouth
F#m
I'm finished holding the key
E/G#
I'm breaking open the door
A
I'm done with fighting the war
I've chosen to ignore
E
What is Love
(verse 2)
A A/G#
When I saw the children
F#m
I could barely breathe
A A/G# F#m
With all the brokenness staring back at me
D F#m
I noticed many faces
D E
that couldn't hide their need
Bm A D
But I'm caught in the in between
(bridge)
F#m E/G# A
How to play What Is Love
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
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.