I Started a Joke was fabricated by the Gibb brothers, famous as the Bee Gees. According to Robin Gibb, the song was inspired by a moment of melancholy while on tour. The lyrics reflect feelings of isolation and the irony of causing sorrow unintentionally. This track showcases the Bee Gees ability to craft memorable melodies aligned with deep lyrics.
Key: G
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GBmC I started a joke DGBmC Which started the whole world crying DGBmC But I didn't see DGBmCD That the joke was on me, oh no
GBmC I started to cry DGBmC Which started the whole world laughing DGBmC Oh, if I'd only seen DG That the joke was on me
EmBm I looked at the skies CG Running my hands over my eyes BmEm And I fell out of bed Em/DAm Hurting my head D From things that I'd said
GBmC 'Til I finally died DGBmC Which started the whole world living CDGBmC Oh, if I'd only seen DG That the joke was on me
EmBm I looked at the skies CG Running my hands over my eyes BmEm And I fell out of bed Em/DAm Hurting my head D From things that I'd said
GBmC 'Til I finally died DGBmC Which started the whole world living DGBmC Oh, if I'd only seen DGBmC That the joke was on me