When Will I Let Go
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[Intro: ](E) (A) (E) (A)
(E) Here I am holding to your (A) memory
(E) Like it was made of purest (C#m) gold
(A) That ol' flame still burns with(E)in me
(A) In my heart and in my (B) soul
(E) I can't keep from thinking (A) of you
(E) What we had was just so (C#m) good
(A) I can't help if I still (E) love you
(A) I'd forget you if I (B) could
(E) Even the sparrow knows to (A) fly with the wind
(E) And the willow tree, it (B) knows when to bend
(E) Even a fool knows when to (A) roll with the flow
(E) I know you're gone
So, (B) when will I let (E) go
(E) I think of all we shared to(A)gether
(E) And it tears me up in(C#m)side
(A) To really think that it's all (E) over
(A) That I still can't say good(B)bye
(E) Even the sparrow knows to (A) fly with the wind
(E) And the willow tree, it (B) knows when to bend
(E) Even a fool knows when to (A) roll with the flow
(E) I know you're gone
So, (B) when will I let (C#m) go
(E) I know you're gone
So, (B) when will I let (E) go
Fade out...
How to play When Will I Let Go
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.