Intro:
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   Ebm

Verse 1:
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You can't ask a tree to blossom if it isn't spring
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Don't leave the house at midnight and expect the birds to sing
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If you're looking for a reason, you needn't even try
Ab              F                        Eb
Sometimes, it's time to let a good thing die

Verse 2:
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You can't conjure up more money if you've only got a dime
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No use praying for your younger days if you're running out of time
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You can take a horse to water, but you can't teach fish to fly
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Sometimes, it's time to let a good thing die

Verse 3:
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You can't light a fire from nothing, or clap and make snow fall
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You can't summon love up in your heart if it isn't there at all
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Life isn't like the movies, but it sure will make you cry
        Eb                        Cm7         F7
When it dawns on you it's time to say goodbye

Instrumental:
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   Abm Eb Ebm

Verse 4:
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You can't drum up the heartbeats of loved ones come to pass
Eb                       Ab                  Bb7
Stop wishing for forever 'cause nothing ever lasts
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If it's keeping you from sleeping, wipe the tear from your eye
Ab                     Eb      F     Bb         Eb
'Cause sometimes, it's time to let a good thing die
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