Blinding Lights by The Weeknd explores themes of longing, love, and redemption. The song melds elements of 80s synth-pop with The Weeknds modern aesthetic. Inspired by the pulsating beats of bands like A-ha and Depeche Mode, this track is part of a larger narrative within the After Hours album, reflecting the artists personal experiences, including his relationships and nocturnal contemplations in the city. It has become one of the most commercia ... See more [+] lly successful songs, making a significant impact on international charts.
Key: Dm
Introduction:
Dm
Am
C
G
Dm
I've been tryna call
Am
I've been on my own for long enough
C
G
Maybe you can show me how to love, maybe
Dm
I'm going through withdrawals
Am
You don't even have to do too much
C
G
You can turn me on with just a touch, baby
Dm
Am
I look around and, Sin City's cold and empty (oh)
C
No one's around to judge me (oh) N.C.
Dm
Am
I said, ooh, I'm blinded by the lights
C
G
No, I can't sleep until I feel your touch
F
Em
Dm
Am
I said, ooh, I'm drowning in the night
C
G
F
Em
Oh, when I'm like this, you're the one I trust (hey, hey, hey)
Dm
I'm running out of time
Am
'Cause I can see the sun light up the sky
C
G
So I hit the road in overdrive, baby, oh-oh oh-oh oh
Dm
Am
The city's cold and empty (oh)
C
No one's around to judge me (oh) N.C.
Dm
Am
I said, ooh, I'm blinded by the lights
C
G
No, I can't sleep until I feel your touch
F
Em
Dm
Am
I said, ooh, I'm drowning in the night
C
G
F
Oh, when I'm like this, you're the one I trust
Em
Dm
I'm just walking by to let you know (by to let you know)
Am
I can never say it on the phone (say it on the phone)
C
G
Will never let you go this time (ooh)
F
Em
Dm
Am
I said, ooh, I'm blinded by the lights
C
G
No, I can't sleep until I feel your touch, hey, hey, hey