You Can Get It If You Really Want
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(slide up to)C (slide up to) C
CHORUS:
C (G) F (G) C
You can get it if you really want
C (G) F (G) C
You can get it if you really want
C (G) F
You can get it if you really want
(G) C G F
But you must try, try and try, try and try
G G (n.c.) C
You'll succeed at last
mm hm
C (G) F (G) C (G) F (G) C
C G F (G)
Persecution you must bear
C G F
Win or lose, you got to get your share
Em F
Got your mind set on a dream
G G7
You can get it though hard it may seem, now ...CHORUS
I know it listen
C (G) F (G) C (G) F (G) C
Rome was not built in a day
Opposition will come your way
But the harder the battle you see
It's the sweeter the victory, now ...CHORUS
C Eb F G F Eb Db C Eb F G F Eb Db C (all barred)
CHORUS
(from The Harder They Come soundtrack, 1972)
(sent by Harlan at harlant@hawaii.edu)
How to play You Can Get It If You Really Want
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 C. 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.