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F
Dancing through life
Am
Skimming the surface
Bb C Dm
Gliding where turf is smooth
Bb A7
Life's more painless
F Dm
For the brainless
Bb
Why think too hard
Cm
When it's so soothing
F
Dancing through life
Am
No need to tough it
Bb Am Dm
When you can slough it off as I do
Bb
Nothing matters
C Dm
But knowing nothing matters
Bb
It's just life
Am F
So keep dancing through
F
Dancing through life
Am
Swaying and sweeping
Bb Am Dm
And always keeping cool
Bb A7
Life is fraught-less
F Dm
When you're thoughtless
Bb
Those who don't try
Cm
Never look foolish
F
Dancing through life
Am
Mindless and careless
Bb Am
Make sure you wear less
Dm
Trouble and rife
Bb
Woes are fleeting
A7
Blows are glancing
Bb
When you're dancing
F Am F Am
Through life
How to play Wicked
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 F. 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.