Failing chords by
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Key: F# minor•

Intro 1

D

D

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F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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B

B

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Verse 1

D

D

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F#m

F#m

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A

A

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Yeah, like the threat of the

D

D

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A

A

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D

D

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darkest clouds rollin' in on a sunny day

F#m

F#m

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E

E

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Yeah, like a field

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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that has no rain

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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Yeah, like a dog that wanders aim_ less,

D

D

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with no mane

F#m

F#m

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E

E

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Yeah, like a cut without

F#m

F#m

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the pain

D

D

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C#5

C#5

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Verse 2

B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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You couldn't feel this?

B

B

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D

D

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You couldn't take the pain?

C#5

C#5

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B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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You couldn't live this?

B

B

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And I'm just

Verse 3

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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trying to get through to you,

E

E

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And I am failing

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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Lie like I'm not even here,

E

E

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My heart is breaking

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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Trying to see through your stare,

E

E

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It looks right through me

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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I smile and pre_ tend I'm not there,

E

E

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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To keep from going crazy

B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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C#

C#

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C#5

C#5

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B

B

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Verse 4

D

D

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F#m

F#m

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A

A

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D

D

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Yeah, like the day that your guardian

A

A

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D

D

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angel de_ cided to fly away

F#m

F#m

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E

E

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Yeah, like a bruise

F#m

F#m

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that doesn't fade

D

D

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F#m

F#m

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A

A

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D

D

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Yeah, like a memory that tor_ tures

E

E

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A

A

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B

B

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A

A

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D

D

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your soul un_ til your dy_ ing day

F#m

F#m

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E

E

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Yeah, like the life you

couldn't save

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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Verse 5

C#5

C#5

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B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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You couldn't feel this?

B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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You couldn't take the pain?

B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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You couldn't live this?

Verse 6

B

B

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F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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And I'm just trying to get through to you,

E

E

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And I am failing

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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Lie like I'm not even here,

E

E

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My heart is breaking

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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Trying to see through your stare,

E

E

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It looks right through me

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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I smile and pre_ tend I'm not there,

E

E

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To keep from go_ ing crazy

Interlude 1

D

D

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E

E

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C#

C#

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B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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D

D

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E

E

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C#m

C#m

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B

B

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D

D

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F#m

F#m

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D

D

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C#m

C#m

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C#5

C#5

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B

B

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D

D

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F#m

F#m

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D

D

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E

E

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F#m

F#m

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B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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C#m

C#m

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D

D

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C#m

C#m

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F#m

F#m

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B

B

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D

D

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F#m

F#m

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D

D

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C#m

C#m

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F#m

F#m

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B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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C#

C#

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D

D

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E

E

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C#5

C#5

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I've tried to

Verse 7

B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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D

D

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get through to you

C#5

C#5

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B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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D

D

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I've tried to I'm trying

C#5

C#5

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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D

D

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I've tried to get through to you

C#m

C#m

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C#5

C#5

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I've tried to

Verse 8

C#

C#

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C#m

C#m

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F#m

F#m

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An_ d I'm still trying

D

D

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A

A

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to get through to you,

E

E

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And I am failing

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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Lie like I'm not even here,

E

E

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My heart is breaking

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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Trying to see through your stare,

E

E

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It looks right through me

F#m

F#m

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D

D

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A

A

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I smile and pre_ tend I'm not there,

E

E

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To keep from go_ ing crazy

Interlude 2

D

D

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C#5

C#5

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C#

C#

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B

B

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D

D

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F#m

F#m

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D

D

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E

E

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C#

C#

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B

B

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D

D

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C#

C#

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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F#m

F#m

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B

B

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D

D

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C#

C#

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D

D

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C#

C#

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B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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C#

C#

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D

D

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E

E

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C#5

C#5

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I've tried to

Verse 9

B

B

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D

D

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get

C#5

C#5

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D

D

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through to you

C#5

C#5

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B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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D

D

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I've tried to

E

E

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F#m

F#m

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B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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D

D

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I've tried to get through to you

E

E

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F#m

F#m

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I've tried to

Verse 10

B

B

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D

D

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C#5

C#5

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D

D

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C#

C#

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C#5

C#5

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get

B

B

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D

D

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D

D

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C#

C#

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B

B

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D

D

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D

D

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through.

E

E

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C#5

C#5

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I've tried to

Verse 11

B

B

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D

D

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D

D

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get through to you

C#m

C#m

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F#m

F#m

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I've tried to

B

B

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D

D

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Chords

D
F#m
A
B
E
C#5
C#
C#m

Capo: 2

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Failing?

The original key of Failing by Staind is F# minor.

What are the main chords for Failing?

The primary chords used in Failing are D, F#m, A, B, E, C#5.

Do I need a capo to play Failing?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.

Is Failing beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like D, F#m, A, B, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Failing?

The tempo of Failing is approximately 109 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Failing?

You can easily change the key of Failing using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

Can I print the guitar chords for Failing?

Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Failing. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Is there a tuner available for Failing?

Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with Staind.

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