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Lifelines

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Intro:   Dm    Am    G  
       Dm  Am  G  E
AmOne time, to kDnow that it's real
AmOne time, to kDnow how it feels
That's aGllE  
AmOne call your vDoice on the phone
AmOne place a mDoment alone
That's aGllE  
CWhat do you see, what do you kEmnow?
One sign, what do we Fdo?
Just follow your ClifeGlines tAmhrough
CWhat if it hurts, what tEmhen?
One sign, what do you sFay?
Don't throw your lCifelGines awayDm  Am  G  
Don't throw your lifelines awayDm  Am  G  E  
AmOne time, just oDnce in my life
AmOne time to kDnow it can happen twicGeE  
AmOne-shot on a clDear blue sky
AmOne look, I sDee no reason why we canG'tE  
COne chance to get Amback to the pDoint where 
GeverDything stCarts
COne chance to Amkeep it toDgether 
Gwhen thiDngs fall aEmpart
AmOne sign mDake us believe it's tEmrueE  
CWhat do you see, where do we Emgo?
One sign, how do we gFrow?
By letting your lCifelGine shAmow.
CWhat if we do, what nEmow?
What do you say, how do I kFnow?
Don't let your lifCelinGe go.Dm  Am  G  
Don't let your lifeline go.Dm  Am  G  E  

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The story behind the song

This song, the title track from a-ha's 2002 album, opens with a poem that reflects on looking back at life's journey. It speaks to the landscapes walked through, the changes that have occurred, and the lingering presence of those who were significant. The feeling it evokes is one of introspection and gratitude for the connections that shape us. To play this song is to channel that reflective spirit, honoring the memories and people that form the lifelines of one's own existence.

AI-written from these sources:Lifelines (song) — Wikipedia ↗A-ha — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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Lifelines

by a-ha

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Dm Am G

Intro:

Dm Am G E

Am D

One time, to know that it's real

Am D

One time, to know how it feels

G E

That's all

Am D

One call your voice on the phone

Am D

One place a moment alone

G E

That's all

C Em

What do you see, what do you know?

One sign, what do we do?

C G Am

Just follow your lifelines through

C Em

What if it hurts, what then?

One sign, what do you say?

C G Dm Am G

Don't throw your lifelines away

Dm Am G E

Don't throw your lifelines away

Am D

One time, just once in my life

Am D G E

One time to know it can happen twice

Am D

One-shot on a clear blue sky

Am D G E

One look, I see no reason why we can't

C Am D

One chance to get back to the point where

G D C

everything starts

C Am D

One chance to keep it together

G D Em

when things fall apart

Am D Em E

One sign make us believe it's true

C Em

What do you see, where do we go?

One sign, how do we grow?

C G Am

By letting your lifeline show.

C Em

What if we do, what now?

What do you say, how do I know?

C G Dm Am G

Don't let your lifeline go.

Dm Am G E

Don't let your lifeline go.

About Lifelines Chords by a-ha

Learn how to play Lifelines by a-ha with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Lifelines chords”, “Lifelines guitar chords”, or “a-ha Lifelines chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Lifelines chords and for experienced players who want accurate Lifelines lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Dm, Am, G, E, D, C.

FAQ — Lifelines by a-ha

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Is "Lifelines" easy to play on guitar?

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What key is "Lifelines" in?

The chords for "Lifelines" show the original chord names (including Dm, Am, G, E, D, C). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.