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When It Comes To You
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"When It Comes to You" explores the painful unraveling of a marriage from the husband's perspective, as he feels constantly criticized and longs for an end to his despair. He's tired of being the "villain of the peace" and needs to satisfy the "hunger in his soul," even if it means parting ways. Originally written by Mark Knopfler, John Anderson's version, featuring Knopfler on guitar, was released in 1992 on his album Seminole Wind. It captures the raw, weary emotion of a relationship hitting its breaking point.
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When It Comes To You
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When It Comes To You
by John Anderson
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Learn how to play When It Comes To You by John Anderson with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “When It Comes To You chords”, “When It Comes To You guitar chords”, or “John Anderson When It Comes To You 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 When It Comes To You chords and for experienced players who want accurate When It Comes To You lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Am, Am7, Em, D, G.
FAQ — When It Comes To You by John Anderson
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