While You Sleep
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E Ab C#m E
1. I don't say I love, you quite enough I know
A F#m B
Sometimes I go for days, I'm ashamed to say
E Ab C#m E
The world moves so fast, and the words come so
slow
A B E Ab
And I let those excuses get in my way
[Refrão] Ab C#m B A
But while you sleep sometimes I lie awake and watch
E C#m A
you breath, In the silence that surrounds the dead
E C#m B
of night, Bear my soul that all the words sound
A E F#m A B
right, I pray the lord our hearts to keep, while
E
you sleep.
E Ab C#m E
2. Day's march through our lives like a sad parade
a F#m B
Our laughter and tears, our hopes and fears
E Ab C#m E
And I keep remembering things I forget to say
a b E
And perhaps someday, I let you know my dear...that
(repeat chorus)
How to play While You Sleep
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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.