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Suspicious Minds

Elvis Presley Pop

"Suspicious Minds" by Elvis Presley is typically performed in the key of G major. Released in 1969 as a single, the song was written by Mark James. It became one of Presley's signature songs, reaching the top of the charts in several countries. "Suspicious Minds" features a catchy melody and a dynamic arrangement that blends elements of rock, soul, and country music. Interestingly, the song's lyrics depict a tumultuous relationship, with themes of love, suspicion, and mistrust. "Suspicious Minds" is notable for its memorable chorus and Presley's impassioned vocal delivery, making it a standout in his discography and a classic of rock and roll.

Suspicious Minds - Elvis Presley

b b C a b
We’re caught in a trap
C C D C
I can’t walk out
D D D D C C D C b a g
Because I love you too much baby

b C a b
Why can’t you see
C C C D b C
What you’re doing to me
D D D D D C C b b a
When you don’t believe a word I say

Refrão:
E F# G G D D b
We can’t go on together
b C D a g
With suspicious minds (suspicious minds)
E F# G G D D b
And we can’t build our dreams
g g g a b a
On suspicious minds

b b b b C a b
So, if an old friend I know
C C C C D C
Drops by to say hello
D D D D C C D C b b g
Would I still see suspicion in your eyes

b b b C b
Here we go again
C C C D C
Asking where I’ve been
D D D D D C C
You can’t see these tears are real
b b a
I’m crying

Refrão:
E F# G G D D b
We can’t go on together
b C D a g
With suspicious minds (suspicious minds)
E F# G G D D b
And we can’t build our dreams
g g g a b a
On suspicious minds