Why Can't We Live Together
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Intro: Cm7 Bb/C (2x)
Verse
Cm7 Bb/C
Tell me why, tell me why, tell me why, why can't we live together?
Cm7 Bb/C
Tell me why, tell me why, why can't we live together?
Bb
Everybody wants to live together
Cm7
Why can't we be together?
Verse
Cm7 Bb/C
No more wars, no more wars, no more war, just a little peace in this world
Cm7 Bb/C
No more wars, no more wars, all we want is some peace in this world
Bb
Everybody wants to live together
Cm7
Why can't we live together?
Solo
Cm7 Bb/C
Gotta live, gotta live, gotta live together, gotta live together
Verse
Cm7 Bb/C
No matter, no matter what colour, you are still my brother
Cm7 Bb/C
I said, "No matter, no matter what colour, you are still my brother"
Bb
Everybody wants to live together
Cm7
Why can't we live together?
How to play Why Can't We Live Together
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Cm7. 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.