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A Modest Proposal chords by
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Key: C major•
Verse 1
Dm
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Turn to me infinitely
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Take your heart off the shelf
C
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F
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I mean truly love me
C
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Am
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Long before you love yourself
Verse 2
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Long before you make your bed
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Before you attend to your many needs
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Before you feed the cat
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And run the bath
Dm
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I want to bathe in the proceeds
Verse 3
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F
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Of your self- destructive
C
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loving touch
G
G

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Grant me you at my disposal
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So on and such
Verse 4
Dm
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It’s a simple thing, don’t you think?
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It’s a simple thing

It’s just a modest proposal
C
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Verse 5
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Csus4
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Neglect self- respect
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Ignore your intuition
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Until free will
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Am
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Is beat into submission
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Long before you brush your
Verse 6

hair
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Before your hurt recedes
Am
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Before you call your mum
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And pay the rent
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I want to gamble the proceeds
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Verse 7

C
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Of your clumsy and awk
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ward loving touch
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Grant me you at my disposal
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So on and such
Verse 8
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It’s a simple thing,

don’t you think?
G
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It’s a simple thing
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It’s just a modest proposal

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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

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Chords

  • Dm

  • G

  • A

  • C

  • F

  • Am

  • Csus4

Capo: No capo

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of A Modest Proposal?

The original key of A Modest Proposal by Alexander Gow is C major.

What are the main chords for A Modest Proposal?

The primary chords used in A Modest Proposal are Dm, G, A, C, F, Am.

Do I need a capo to play A Modest Proposal?

No capo is required for this song.

Is A Modest Proposal beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Dm, G, A, C, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of A Modest Proposal?

The tempo of A Modest Proposal is approximately 70 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for A Modest Proposal?

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

Can I print the guitar chords for A Modest Proposal?

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

Is there a tuner available for A Modest Proposal?

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