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On The Other Hand

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[Verse 1]
GOn one hand I count the reasons I Ccould stay with you
GAnd hold you close to me, all nighD7t long.
GSo many lover's games I could play Cwith you     
And on that Ahand I see no reason why it's
D7Wrong
[Chorus]
But on the other Chand, There's a Ggolden band
To rD7emind me of someone who would not 
UGnderstand
COn one hand I could stay and be your Gloving man
D7But the reason I must go is on thGe other hand
[Verse 2]
GIn your arms I feel the passionC, I thought had died
GWhen I looked into your eyes   D7I found myself
GWhen I first kissed your lips CI felt so alive 
AI've got to hand it to you girl,  you're
D7Something else
[Chorus]
But on the other Chand, There's a Ggolden band
To rD7emind me of someone who would not 
UGnderstand
COn one hand I could stay and be your Gloving man
D7But the reason I must go is on thGe other hand

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The story behind the song

This song explores the classic dilemma of a man torn between a fleeting desire and a lasting commitment. On one hand, he sees the allure of a new connection, but on the other, he recognizes the enduring value of the "golden band" and the love he already shares. It's a narrative that delves into the internal conflict of temptation versus devotion. The song plays like a poignant reflection on choices and their consequences in matters of the heart.

AI-written from these sources:On the Other Hand — Wikipedia ↗Randy Travis — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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On The Other Hand

by Randy Travis

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[Verse 1]

G C

On one hand I count the reasons I could stay with you

G D7

And hold you close to me, all night long.

G C

So many lover's games I could play with you

And on that hand I see no reason why it's

Wrong

[Chorus]

C G

But on the other hand, There's a golden band

To remind me of someone who would not

Understand

C G

On one hand I could stay and be your loving man

D7 G

But the reason I must go is on the other hand

[Verse 2]

G C

In your arms I feel the passion, I thought had died

G D7

When I looked into your eyes I found myself

G C

When I first kissed your lips I felt so alive

I've got to hand it to you girl, you're

Something else

[Chorus]

C G

But on the other hand, There's a golden band

To remind me of someone who would not

Understand

C G

On one hand I could stay and be your loving man

D7 G

But the reason I must go is on the other hand

About On The Other Hand Chords by Randy Travis

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