Breaking Point Chords
Breaking Point by Peter Bjorn and John is a moderately challenging guitar song played in the key of G. It uses the chords G, D, Em, Bm and A. Use the transpose and diagram tools on this page to change the key, see each shape, or simplify the chords.
verse 1
G D
In the European late October nights
Em Bm
Stay inside with your doubts
G D
In the quest of what it's worthwhile or just trite
Em Bm
On the couch, hypnotized
G D
It's a small step for humanity, a giant step for me
A G
I've been waiting for your kick to set me free
Bm D
I saw it in Jesus, saw it in Superman
Bm D
Got it from whiskey like any loser can
G Em
Been running on empty, I leave all in your hands
G
Now show me what to do
Bm
I'm listening to you
verse 2
G D
You've been hiding in the bosom of my dream
Em Bm
Now the clock sets the scene
G D
We're been eagerly awaiting your entrée
Em Bm
What to do? What to say?
G D
All the trivialities are out of focus in my mind
A G
All I really wish is you'll be doing fine
Bm D
I saw it in Jesus, saw it in Superman
Bm D
Got it from whiskey like any loser can
G Em
Been running on empty, I leave all in your hands
G
Now show me what to do
Bm
I'm listening to you
Whistle Part
G D Em Bm
G D A G
Bm D
I saw it in Jesus, saw it in Superman
Bm D
Got it from whiskey like any loser can
G Em
We're running on empty, leave it all in your hands
G
Now show me what you do
A
I'm listening
Bm D
I saw it in Jesus, saw it in Superman
Bm D
Got it from whiskey like any loser can
G Em
We're running on empty, leave it all in your hands
G
Now show me what you do
Bm
I'm listening to you
Outro
Bm
Listening to you
Bm
Listening to you