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1979 chords by
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Key: Eb major•
Intro 1

Eb
Eb
6

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Eb
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Ab
Ab
4

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Verse 1
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Ab
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Shakedown 197_ 9,
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Eb
6

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Eb
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Ab
Ab
4

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cool kids never have the time
Eb
Eb
6

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Eb
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Ab
Ab
4

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Fm
Fm

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On a live wire right up off the street
Bb
Bb

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You and I should meet
Eb
Eb
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Eb
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Ab
Ab
4

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June bug skipping like a stone
Eb
Eb
6

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Eb
6

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Ab
Ab
4

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With the headlights pointed at the dawn
Eb
Eb
6

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Eb
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Ab
Ab
4

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We were sure
Fm
Fm

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Bb
Bb

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we'd never see an end to it all
Chorus 1
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Eb
6

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Ab
Ab
4

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And I don't e_ ven care
Eb
Eb
6

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to shake these zipper blues
Ab
Ab
4

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And we don't know
Eb
Eb
6

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just where our bones will rest
Ab
Ab
4

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To dust I guess
Fm
Fm

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Forgotten and ab_ sorbed
Bb
Bb

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into the earth be_ low
Eb
Eb
6

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Eb
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Ab
Ab
4

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Ab
Ab
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Verse 2
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Eb
6

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Eb
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Ab
Ab
4

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Double cross the vacant
Eb
Eb
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Eb
Eb
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and the bored
Ab
Ab
4

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They're not sure
Eb
Eb
6

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Eb
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just what we have in store
Ab
Ab
4

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F
F

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Morphine city slippin' dues,
Ab
Ab
4

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down to see
Chorus 2
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Eb
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Ab
Ab
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That we don't e_ ven care,
Eb
Eb
6

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as restless as we are
Ab
Ab
4

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We feel the pull
Eb
Eb
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in the land of a thousand guilts
Ab
Ab
4

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And poured ce_ ment,
Bridge 1
Bb
Bb

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lamented and as_ sured
Cm
Cm
3

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Ab
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4

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To the lights and towns be_ low
Bb
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Cm
Cm
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Ab
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4

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Faster than the speed of sound
Bb
Bb

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Cm
Cm
3

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Ab
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4

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Faster than we thought we'd go,
Fm
Fm

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Bb
Bb

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be_ neath the sound of hope
Verse 3
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Ab
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Justine never knew the rules
Eb
Eb
6

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Ab
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Hung down
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Eb
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with the freaks and ghouls
Ab
Ab
4

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No a_ pologies ever need be made
Eb
Eb
6

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Ab
Ab
4

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I know you
Fm
Fm

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Bb
Bb

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better than you fake it, to see
Chorus 3
Eb
Eb
6

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Ab
Ab
4

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That we don't e_ ven care
Eb
Eb
6

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to shake these zipper blues
Ab
Ab
4

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And we don't know
Eb
Eb
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just where our bones will rest
Ab
Ab
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To dust I guess
Fm
Fm

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Forgotten and ab_ sorbed
Bb
Bb

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into the earth be_ low
Verse 4
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Ab
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The street heats the urgency of now
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Eb
6

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Eb
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Ab
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As you see there's no one a_ round

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  • Eb

    6

  • Ab

    4

  • Fm

  • Bb

  • F

  • Cm

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of 1979?

The original key of 1979 by The Smashing Pumpkins is Eb major.

What are the main chords for 1979?

The primary chords used in 1979 are Eb, Ab, Fm, Bb, Ebmaj7, F.

Do I need a capo to play 1979?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 3 fret.

Is 1979 beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Eb, Ab, Fm, Bb, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

Are there official chords for 1979?

If the simplified chords are too easy, you can visit the original chords page for a more advanced arrangement.

What is the tempo (BPM) of 1979?

The tempo of 1979 is approximately 127 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for 1979?

You can easily change the key of 1979 using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

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Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for 1979. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

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Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with The Smashing Pumpkins.

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