When A Heart Begins To Drift
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Verse 1:
Cadd9 C G
Neither ore was in the water
C G
Neither eye was on the shore
C/E C G C
So I guess I never noticed
F
The approaching storm
Cadd9 C G
When I took in all the damage
C Cadd9 F
And the clouds began to lift
F/D G *G6 *G/D
I found out it wasn't worth the risk
[Refrão] F/C C Cadd9 C
When a heart begins to drift
G C
And the mind begins to wonder
F C
It's amazing just how quick
G
Love can loose its wings
F/C C
You were almost out of reach
G/D Am
I was close to goin' under
F/C C G
I know now how dangerous it is
C Cadd9 F/C
When a heart begins to drift
Verse 2:
Cadd9 C G
Never told myself I'm leavin'
C Cadd9 G
Never felt your arm break free
C/E C G C F
I don't remember any distant voices calling me
C G
Though your memory wasn't faded
C F
I could fill my cup with shame
F/D G *G6 *G/D
Even love as strong as ours can fall apart
(chorus)
(solo)
Bridge:
G D
But now you're out of reach
B G *G6 *G (these two are very soft)
And I'm slowly going under
D A
Now I know how dangerous it is
D G
When a heart begins to drift
How to play When A Heart Begins To Drift
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Cadd9. 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.