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Linger

The Cranberries Pop

"Linger" by The Cranberries is originally in the key of D major. It was released in 1993 as part of their debut album, "Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?" The song was written by band members Dolores O'Riordan and Noel Hogan. The Cranberries, an Irish rock band, became globally recognized with O'Riordan's unique voice and the song's distinctive blend of alternative rock and pop elements. "Linger" was inspired by Dolores O'Riordan's first serious kiss. The melody features a relaxing orchestra arrangement that complements its reflective lyrics, creating an evocative and poignant listening experience.

Linger - The Cranberries

b a , b a b a b a
If you , if you could return
b b a b a , b b a b
Don't let it burn , don't let it fade
a b a b d e d
I'm sure I'm not being rude
b b b b si d e d
But it's just your attitude

d e d e f# f# d
It's tearing me apart
d e d e f# f# RE…
It's ruining everything
b a , b a b a b a
I swore , I swore I would be true
a b a b a b a
And honey so did you
a b a a b d b e d
So why were you holding her hand?
a b d d c e d
Is that the way we stand?
b b e d e f# f# d
Were you lying all the time?
d d e d e f# d b
Was it just a game to you?

b b g f# e f# f#
But I'm in so deep
f# f# f# e f# f# f# e
You know I'm such a fool for you
d e d e d e f# g f# e d b
You got me wrapped around your finger
e e f# g f# e f# d b
Do you have to let it linger?
b b g f# , b b g f# , b b g f# e f# e d
Do you have to , do you have to , do you have to let it linger?