When I Think About Cheatin'
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Intro: E D E A D A E
A D
I?ve never done anything that would ever bring a tear to your eye
E A Bm
I?ve never crossed the line or needed an alibi to cover up a lie
A D
But darlin? I?ll admit there?ve been times when I could have
E
The thing that kept me strong
A E
Was the one thing that is always on my mind?
(Chorus)
D
When I think about cheatin?
A
I just think about you leavin?
Bm
And how my world would fall to pieces
E
If I tossed your love away
D
Even when I?m tainted by some stranger
C#m F#m
Oh there?s never any danger
Bm C#m D
I just think about you leavin?
Bm A E
When I think about cheatin?
A
There was a time in Abilene
D
When he said all the things I wanted to hear
E
It was hard to turn him down
A Bm
Between the champagne and the sound of whispers in my ear
A
But it just took one two step with someone
D A Bm
And I was missin? you
E
I never had a chance cause I broke up the dance
A E
Before the song was through?
(repeat Chorus)
How to play When I Think About Cheatin'
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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.