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Prodigal

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i couldn't find these chords or tabs anywhere so i figured them out myself.
so comment. i dont know the bridge though. im sorry about that. but mabey u can figure 
out urself? srry. and
         DDsus
Intro x2  
D          Dsus
We say good-bye
I turn my back
D
Run away, run away
Dsus
So predictable
D
Not far from here
Dsus
You see me crack
D
Like a bone, like a bone
Dsus
I'm so breakable
D           Dsus D G       Bm
And I take everything from you
D                Dsus D G
But you'll take anything
Bm
Won't you?
D         G
Run away, run away
Like a prodigal
Bm
Don't you wait for me
G
Don't you wait for me
D           G
So ashamed, so ashamed
But I need you so
Bm
And you wait for me
G
And you wait for me
(same as 1st)
I'm on the road
To who knows where?
Look ahead, not behind
I keep saying
There's no place to go
Where you're not there
On your rope, I hold tight
But it's freeing
And I take everything from you
But you'll take anything
Won't you?
D        G
Run away, run away
Like a prodigal
Bm
Don't you wait for me
G
Don't you wait for me
D            G
So ashamed, so ashamed
But I need you so
Bm
And you wait for me
G
And you wait for me
Everybody wants to be right
But only if it's not day light?
I keep trying to find my way back
My way back
D         G
Run away, run away
Like a prodigal
Bm
Don't you wait for me
G
Don't you wait for me
D          G
So ashamed, so ashamed
But I need you so
Bm
And you wait for me
G
And you wait for me
D
Runaway
       G
Runaway
Runaway
Bm
From you
G
From you
From you

Prodigal chords and lyrics

Free chords for Prodigal by OneRepublic. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

i couldn't find these chords or tabs anywhere so i figured them out myself.
so comment. i dont know the bridge though. im sorry about that. but mabey u can figure 
out urself? srry. and
Intro x2 D Dsus
I turn my back
Like a prodigal
But I need you so
(same as 1st)
I'm on the road
To who knows where?
Look ahead, not behind
I keep saying
There's no place to go
Where you're not there
On your rope, I hold tight
But it's freeing
And I take everything from you
But you'll take anything
Won't you?
Like a prodigal
But I need you so
Everybody wants to be right
But only if it's not day light?
I keep trying to find my way back
My way back
Like a prodigal
But I need you so
Runaway
From you

Prodigal Chords by OneRepublic

Learn how to play Prodigal by OneRepublic with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Prodigal chords”, “Prodigal guitar chords”, or “OneRepublic Prodigal 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 Prodigal chords and for experienced players who want accurate Prodigal lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include D, Dsus, G, Bm.

Frequently asked questions about Prodigal

How do I play "Prodigal" by OneRepublic on guitar?

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Can I transpose "Prodigal" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Prodigal" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Prodigal"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Prodigal" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Prodigal" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Prodigal" by OneRepublic with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by OneRepublic below.

What key is "Prodigal" in?

The chords for "Prodigal" show the original chord names (including D, Dsus, G, Bm). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.