What It Takes
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[Intro ]
Em - G - C G D (2x)
Em
Well it' aint the dream, you're thinking of
G
The stream will drag you under, and you're gone.
Em G
You try to hold onto land, but when the tide turns you'll be done
C G D
And it aint easy, to swim against the stream
C
You'll get exhausted,
G D G
cause there will be two steps forward one step back you'll see
Em
Call me the biggest selfish prick alive,
G
and I won't contradict this time, oh no
Em G
But I rather give it another try, than disappear into the horizon
C G D
I know it aint easy, to fight against the stream.
C G D G
You'll get exhausted, but two steps forward one step back is what it takes.
Interlude same as Intro
Em
Well it' aint the dream, you're thinking of
G
The stream will drag you under, and you're gone
Em G
You try to hold onto land, but when the tide turns you'll be done
C G D
And it aint easy, to swim against the stream
C
I'll get exhausted,
G D G
cause there will be two steps forward one step back for me
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How to play What It Takes
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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.