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Key: E major•
Verse 1
E
E

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B
B
2

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She got out of town
F#m
F#m
2

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A
A

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On the railway New York bound
E
E

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B
B
2

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Took all except my name
C#m
C#m
4

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B
B
2

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A
A

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Another alien out on Broadway
E
E

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Well, some things in this world
B
B
2

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You just can't change
F#m
F#m
2

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Some things you can't see
A
A

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Until it gets too late
Chorus 1
E
E

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And baby, baby, baby
D
D

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When all your love is gone
A
A

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Who will save me from all I'm up against
E
E

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out in this world

And maybe, maybe, maybe
D
D

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You'll find something that's enough

to keep you
A
A

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But if the bright lights don't receive you
B
B
2

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You should turn yourself around
E
E

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and come on home
Verse 2
E
E

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B
B
2

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I got a hole in me now
F#m
F#m
2

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A
A

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Yeah, I got a scar I can talk about
E
E

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B
B
2

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She keeps a picture of me
C#m
C#m
4

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B
B
2

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A
A

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In her apartment in the city
E
E

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But some things in this world
B
B
2

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Man, they don't make sense
F#m
F#m
2

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Some things you don't need
A
A

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Until they leave you
Chorus 2

And they're the things that you miss, you say
E
E

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Baby, baby, baby
D
D

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When all your love is gone
A
A

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Who will save me from all I'm up against
E
E

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out in this world

And maybe, maybe, maybe
D
D

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You'll find something that's enough

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A
A

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But if the bright lights don't receive you
B
B
2

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You should turn yourself around
Bridge 1

and come on
C#m
C#m
4

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B
2

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A
A

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(home) Let that city take you in
C#m
C#m
4

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(Come on home)
B
B
2

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A
A

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Let that city spit you out
C#m
C#m
4

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(Come on home)
B
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2

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D
D

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A
A

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Let that city take you down, yeah
D
D

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A
A

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B
B
2

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For God sakes turn a-
Solo 1
E
E

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D
D

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A
A

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E
E

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(round)
Chorus 3
E
E

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Baby, baby, baby
D
D

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When all your love is gone
A
A

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Who will save me from all I'm up against
E
E

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out in this world

And maybe, maybe, maybe
D
D

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You'll find something that's enough

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A
A

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But if the bright lights don't receive you
B
B
2

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Turn yourself around, girl

Come on
Outro 1
E
E

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A
A

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(home)
E
E

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Yeah, come on home
A
A

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E
E

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A
A

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Baby, baby, baby, baby, come on home
E
E

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A
A

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Yeah, come on home
E
E

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Yeah, come on home

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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

Open Tuner
Chords

  • E

  • B

    2

  • F#m

    2

  • A

  • C#m

    4

  • D

Capo: No capo

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Bright Lights?

The original key of Bright Lights by Matchbox Twenty is E major.

What are the main chords for Bright Lights?

The primary chords used in Bright Lights are E, B, F#m, A, C#m, D.

Do I need a capo to play Bright Lights?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.

Is Bright Lights beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like E, B, F#m, A, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

Are there official chords for Bright Lights?

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 Bright Lights?

The tempo of Bright Lights is approximately 80 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Bright Lights?

You can easily change the key of Bright Lights 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 Bright Lights?

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

Is there a tuner available for Bright Lights?

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 Matchbox Twenty.

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Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add Bright Lights to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.

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