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The Reason


"The Reason" by Hoobastank is a song performed in the key of E major. It was released in 2003 as the second single from their album of the same name. The song was both written and composed by Doug Robb, the lead vocalist of Hoobastank, and serves as a notable example of alternative rock music. Fun fact, "The Reason" became a worldwide hit and reached the top of the charts in several countries. The track features a memorable melody, starting with a gentle guitar introduction and gradually building up to a powerful chorus, accompanied by impactful vocals. The song's lyrics explore themes of self-reflection, personal growth, and the realization of love's importance.

The Reason - Hoobastank

d d E f g b a
a a g g f f E d E e
d d E f f g b a
a a g g f f E d E f
g a g g f f E d E f
g b g b g b b C

Refrão:
g E d C b b C
g E d C C b C
g E d C C b a b
g g g g a g

d d E f g b a
a a g g f f E d E e
d d E f f g b a
a a g g f f E d E f
g a g g f f E d E f
g b g b g b b C

Refrão:
g E d C b b C
g E d C C b C
g E d C C b a b
g g g g b C
g g g g C b
g g g g b C
g g g g C b

d d E f g b a
a a g g f f E d E f
g a g g f f E d E f
g b g b g b b C

Refrão:
g E d C b b C
g E d C C b C
g E d C C b a b
g g g g a g
g E d C b b C
g E d C C b C
g E d C C b a b
g g g g a g

FONTE: https://cifrasparaflauta.wordpress.com/2009/08/31/the-reason-hoobastank/