Wishful Thinking
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A A D E
A C# D D# E
(NC)When you told(A) me you were leaving, girl, I (D)didn't
believe a word
cause to (A)think that you'd walk out on me just (E)sounded
to (C)absurd.
(A)I'd like to change the things I did that tore (D)our
love apart,
Aw, but (A)that's just wishful (E)thinking on my (A)part.
Well I'm (D7)hoping and I'm praying that you'll give me
one more try.
Cause It's an awful price I'm paying with these tear (E7)
drops that I've (C)cried.
(B)(Bb)(A)I guess I should have listened; if I had (D)only
been that smart.
Aw,but that's (A)just wishful (E)thinking on my (A)part.
Verse 2
I found Out it's the little things that made our house a home.
You'll be surprised how much I've learned every day since you've been gone.
but I wish i'd learn my lesson before it broke my heart. ,
Aw, but that's just wishful thinking on my part.
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Solo Same Chords as verse
(B Bb A) is Actually a little walk down from B to A.
How to play Wishful Thinking
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.