Wise Up
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Intro: D
Verse:
D
It's not what you thought
Bm G (D)
When you first began it
D
You got what you want
Bm G
Now you can hardly stand it
E
Though by now you know
Chorus:
G E G E
It's not going to stop
G E G E
It's not going to stop
D A C
It's not going to stop
G D
Till you wise up
Verse:
D
You're sure there's a cure
Bm G (D)
And you have finally found it
D
You think one drink
Bm G
Will shrink you till you're underground
E
And aiming down
Chorus:
G E G E
It's not going to stop
G E G E
It's not going to stop
D A C
It's not going to stop
G D
Till you wise up
Pre-Chorus
G
Prepare a list of what you need
E
Before you sign away the deed
Chorus:
G E G E
It's not going to stop
G E G E
It's not going to stop
D A C
It's not going to stop
G
Till you wise up
D A C
It's not going to stop
G
Till you wise up
D A C
It's not going to stop
G D
So just give up
How to play Wise Up
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.