Without Love
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[Intro ](D D G D) x 2
D
You are like a flower growin' in the wildwood
G D
bringing pleasure to the eyes
D
I am like a river after a rainstorm
G D
ragin' away too fast to die
G D
you are a flower, I am a river
A D
without love we're both just a wastin' time
D
You are like a rainbow spread against a blue sky
G D
sunrise is your next of kin
D
I am like a whirlwind roaring across the desert
G D
the kind some hope to never see again
G D
you are a rainbow, I am a whirlwind
A D
without love we're both just a wastin' time
(D D G D) x 2
D
You are like a diamond shining in the sunlight
G D
sparklin' and precious to see
D
I am like a drifter always going some place
G D
I never get to where I'm supposed to be
G D
you are a diamond, I am a drifter
A D
without love we're both just a wastin' time
(D D G D) x 2
D
You are like a prayer rising up to heaven
G D
pleasing the one upon who you call
D
I am like a scarecrow alone in the distance
G D
close by, there are those who would see me fall
G D
you are a prayer, I am a scarecrow
A D
without love we're both just a wastin' time
A D
without love we're both just a wastin' time
Outro A D (as above without lyrics)
How to play Without Love
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 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.