Wise up
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Gsus2 D Gsus2 D Bm A G D
It's not what you thought When you first began it
Gsus2 D Gsus2 D Bm A G
You got what you want Now you can hardly stand it though
E7 G E7 G E7
By now you know it's not going to stop
G E7 G E7
It's not going to stop
D A/C# C G
It's not going to stop til you wise up
Gsus2 D Gsus2 D
Gsus2 D Gsus2 D Bm A G D
You're sure there's a cure and you have finally found it
Gsus2 D Gsus2 D Bm A
You think one drink will shrink you 'til you're
G E7
underground and living down
G E7 G E7
But it's not going to stop
G E7 G E7
It's not going to stop
D A/C# C G
It's not going to stop til you wise up
Gsus2 D Gsus2 D
G E7
Prepare a list of what you need before you sign away the deed
G E7 G E7
Cuz it's not going to stop
G E7 G E7
It's not going to stop
D A/C# C G
It's not going to stop til you wise up
D A/C# C G
no it's not going to stop til you wise up
D A/C# C G
no it's not going to stop so just give up
How to play Wise up
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 Gsus2. 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.