Words At Twenty Paces
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Words at Twenty Paces Alabama
Just Bm like a western movie a A challenge has been made
a G shot was fired in anger as F#m pride stepped off the train
Bm won't we ever stop this A killin' me and you
til our G hearts are up on boot hill
and F#m there's nothin' we can do
Chorus
Bm Words at 20 paces A anger at high noon
this G house ain't big enough for both of F#m us it's comin' soon
we'll Bm finish up our happiness and A run hope out of town
with G words at twenty paces lord it's F#m love we're gunnin' Bm down
Bridge
How did we ever lose the A dreams we used to share
the G gentle touch, the words of love, the F#m way we used to care
Bm sometimes your words cut like a A bullet in my side
oh, G which is more important, F#m wounded hearts or wounded pride
I've Bm got my ammunition, I A know you've got yours too
we G know each other's weakness, lord the F#m damage we can do
Bm why can't we just step aside and A put our guns away
Let G love come like the cavalry, F#m ride in and save the day
How to play Words At Twenty Paces
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bm. 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.