I Tried To Leave You Chords by Leonard Cohen

I Tried To Leave You Chords

by Leonard Cohen

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Intro: Em Bm Em Bm Verse 1: Em Bm Em Bm I tried to leave you, I don't deny Em Bm D A I closed the book on us, at least a hundred times C G B B A G F# I'd wake up every morning by your side Verse 2: Em Bm Em Bm The years go by, you lose your pride Em Bm D A The baby's crying, so you do not go outside C G B B A G F# And all your work it's right before your eyes Verse 3: Em Bm Em Bm Goodnight, my darling, I hope you're satisfied Em Bm D A The bed is kind of narrow, but my arms are open wide C G B B A G F# And here's a man still working for your smile
Outro: Em Bm Em Bm

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Last Updated: March 1, 2026