The Moffatts-If Life Is So Short
Submitted by Edward, [email protected]
Intro:
The chords used are actually G Em D C but this is the plucking pattern which
will help you guys play better.
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Verse 1: (Do Pattern Above)
G Em D C
Isn’t funny how time seems to slip away so fast
G Em D C
One minute you’re happy the other you’re sad
G Em
But if you give me one more chance
D C
To show my love for you is true
G Em D(do plucking pattern first then strum 4x)
I’ll stand by your side your whole life through
Chorus:
G
If life is so short
D
Why won’t you let me love you
Em C
Before we run out of time
G
If love is so strong
D
Why won’t you take the chance
Em C
Before our time has gone
G D
If life is so short
Em C G D
If life is so short
Em C
If life is so short
Verse 2: (Do Same Chord Pattern)
G Em D C
Love is a word that explains how I feel for you
G Em D C
And when you’re in my arms all my dreams come true
(*)G Em D C
And when you’re not around you can’t hardly see
G Em
These tears that I’m crying now
D C(strum 1x)
Are for you to be with me
(Back to chorus)
Interlude: G D Em C (2x)
(Back to verse 2)
((*) played with bass struming, same chords)
(Back to chorus)
(repeat to fade out)