Key: G
Introduction:
G C
Oh, when the rain falls on Washington Avenue
G D G
We close our eyes and hold our breath.
C
That's when I met you so many years ago.
G D G
I fell in love, I ain't forgot yet.
C D
You make the time go by
G D/F# Em
Just like it never happened
C D G
And I can feel your love down in my soul.
*
C
And take my life if you want to...
G D G
Cause without you, I don't need them at all.
G
So, goodnight.
C
Dream of me while you're sleepin',
G D G
Yes, and kiss me when you're leavin with the dawn.
C D
You make the time go by
G D/F# Em
Just like it never happened
C D G
And I can feel your love down in my soul.
*
C
And take my life if you want to...
G D G
Cause without you, I don't need them at all.
G
Yes, we'll dance...
C
Dance our way through our lives
G D
And remember all the rain on
G
Washington Avenue.