Cenotaph chords by
The Smashing Pumpkins

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Key: G major•

Intro 1

C

C

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Am

Am

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C

C

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D

D

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C

C

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Am

Am

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C

C

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D

D

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Verse 1

C

C

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If from

one comes one and only one

Em

Em

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How is it I tick here so

woebegone?

D

D

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Am

Am

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And though I cannot feel I note my sums

C

C

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Two ohms from null

Verse 2

G

G

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And though but half of you

Am

Am

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and a mess of fuse

Em

Em

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I've witnessed searing love and

sought refuge

D

D

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And as you've come because

Am

Am

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I grew not used

C

C

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But ever- fast

Verse 3

G

G

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D

D

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Just close those lids and rest assure

F

F

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C

C

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Am

Am

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As vigilant and the your in your's in arms

D

D

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I'm glad

G

G

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Not sad, no

Am

Am

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Em

Em

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G

G

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Am

Am

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Em

Em

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Verse 4

G

G

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Am

Am

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Should I hope to be the light

Em

Em

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you'd deny

G

G

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Could I scratch the paint

Am

Am

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Em

Em

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To where you must shine

D

D

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With tears that we might crush

Am

Am

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And you might hide

C

C

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G

G

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Am

Am

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Should I hope to be the light

in your life?

C

C

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Em

Em

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D

D

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Verse 5

Am

Am

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C

C

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G

G

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Should I hope to be the

Am

Am

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Em

Em

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pie in your sky?

G

G

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A la mode with all that's

Am

Am

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Em

Em

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sweet and divine

D

D

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A path to a path to isles

Am

Am

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C

C

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we'd benight

G

G

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Am

Am

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Should I hope to be the light

Em

Em

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you'd deny?

G

G

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Am

Am

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Could I scratch the paint to where

Em

Em

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you must shine?

D

D

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With tears that we might crush

and you might hide

Am

Am

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C

C

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G

G

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Am

Am

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Em

Em

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Chords

C
Am
D
Em
G
F

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Cenotaph?

The original key of Cenotaph by The Smashing Pumpkins is G major.

What are the main chords for Cenotaph?

The primary chords used in Cenotaph are C, Am, D, Em, G, F.

Do I need a capo to play Cenotaph?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Cenotaph beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Cenotaph?

The tempo of Cenotaph is approximately 68 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Cenotaph?

You can easily change the key of Cenotaph 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 Cenotaph?

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

Is there a tuner available for Cenotaph?

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