I Walk the Line
Johnny Cash
Key: F-Bb-Eb-Bb-F
Verse 1 (F)
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I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
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I keep my eyes wide open all the time
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I keep the ends out for the tie that binds
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Because you're mine, I walk the line
Verse 2 (Bb)
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I find it very, very easy to be true
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I find myself alone when each day is through
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Yes, I'll admit that I'm a fool for you
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Because you're mine, I walk the line
Verse 3 (Eb)
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As sure as night is dark and day is light
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I keep you on my mind both day and night
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And happiness I’ve known proves that it’s right
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Because you’re mine, I walk the line
Verse 4 (Bb)
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You've got a way to keep me on your side
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You give me cause for love that I can't hide
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For you I know I'd even try to turn the tide
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Because you're mine, I walk the line
Verse 5 (F)
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I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
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I keep my eyes wide open all the time
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I keep the ends out for the tie that binds
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Because you're mine, I walk the line
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