When She Was Wrong
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Intro: G7 C F G7
C F
Go on and take her, it ain't no surprise boy
G C C7
I knew that someday it had to come
F C
Just let me offer a word to the wise, boy
D7 G
Oh, take a good look at what you've won
C F
Then turn around, boy, and try to forget her
G C C7
She's gonna hurt you, before she's gone
F C
'cause, when she's good, lord, there ain't nothing better
G C F C C7
But, when she's wrong, she sure can be wrong
F C
She'll bring you sunshine so good that it's frightening
G C C7
Oh, but soon as the sun shines, start lookin' for rain
F C
You'll hear the thunder, before you see lightning
D7 G
As soon as it's over, start lookin' for pain
C F
And you won't be sorry that you ever met her
G C C7
But you'll be thankful she don't last long
F C
'cause, when she's good, lord, there ain't nothing better
G C F C7
But, when she's wrong, she sure can be wrong
G F C
But, when she's wrong, she sure can be wrong
How to play When She Was Wrong
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G7. 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.