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Between the Wars chords by
Billy Bragg
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Key: D major
Verse 1
D
D

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Em
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Bm
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A
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Em
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I was a miner
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I was a dock_ er
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I was a railway man
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A
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Between the wars
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I raised a family
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D
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In times of aus_ terity
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2

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With sweat at the foundry
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Between the wars
Verse 2
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2

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D

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I paid the uni_ on and as times got harder
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A

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I looked to the government
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Em
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to help the working man
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But they brought prosperity
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down at the armory
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We're arming for peace, me boys
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Between the wars
Verse 3
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I kept the faith and I kept voting
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Bm
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Not for the iron fist but for the helping hand
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For theirs is a land with a wall around it
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And mine is a faith in my fel_ low man
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Theirs is a land of hope an_ d glory
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Mine is the green field
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and the factory floor
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Theirs are the skies all dark
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with bombers
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Bm
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And mine is the peace we knew
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Between the wars
Verse 4
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Call up the craftsmen
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Bring me the drafts_ men
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Build me a path from cradle to grave
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Bm
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And I'll give my consent
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To any government
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That does not deny a man a liv_ ing wage
Verse 5
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Go find the young men
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never to fight again
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Bring up the banners from the
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days gone by
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Sweet moder_ ation
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Heart of this na_ tion
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Deser_ t us not, we are
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Between the wars

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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

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Chords
  • D

  • Em

  • G

  • Bm

    2
  • A

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Between the Wars?

The original key of Between the Wars by Billy Bragg is D major.

What are the main chords for Between the Wars?

The primary chords used in Between the Wars are D, Em, G, Bm, A.

Do I need a capo to play Between the Wars?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Between the Wars beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like D, Em, G, Bm, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Between the Wars?

The tempo of Between the Wars is approximately 48 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Between the Wars?

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