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Key: Db major•
Intro 1
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4

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Verse 1
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Db
4

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A wino we called
Gb
Gb
2

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4

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Charlie had a picture

That he wore around his
Ab
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4

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neck up on a chain
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Gb
Gb
2

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But you couldn't see the face in
Db
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4

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Charlie's picture
Ab
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Just long brown hair and a boy in the frame
Gb
Gb
2

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We tried and tried to see old
Db
Db
4

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Charlie's picture

But we couldn't even
Ab
Ab
4

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tempt him with the wine
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Gb
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His shaky hands would
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tightly grip the picture
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And he'd recite the poem one more time

You grace this frame,
Gb
Gb
2

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4

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the picture of per_ fection

While I'm the perfect
Ab
Ab
4

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picture of dis_ grace

And upon
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Gb
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2

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Your name I swear until I'm worthy
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I forbid my eyes to look upon your face
A
A

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Old
D
D

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G
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Charlie froze to death one
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D

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Sunday morning

We found him and I guess
A
A

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you know the rest
D
D

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Someone removed the
G
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D

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poor from his picture

And the chilling truth lay
A
A

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D

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framed upon his chest
G
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D
D

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As I knelt down beside his body,
A
A

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the picture lay there before my anxious eye_ s.
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D

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And with trembling lips,
G
G

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I whispered the words of
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Charlie's poem.
A
A

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As I stared into the face of

Jesus
D
D

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Christ

You grace this frame,
G
G

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D
D

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the picture of per_ fection

While I'm the perfect
A
A

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picture of dis_ grace
D
D

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G
G

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D
D

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And upon your name I swear, until I'm worthy,
A
A

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D

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I forbid my eyes to look upon your face.

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Chords

  • Db

    4

  • Gb

    2

  • Ab

    4

  • A

  • D

  • G

Capo: 1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Charley's Picture?

The original key of Charley's Picture by Porter Wagoner is Db major.

What are the main chords for Charley's Picture?

The primary chords used in Charley's Picture are Db, Gb, Ab, A, D, G.

Do I need a capo to play Charley's Picture?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 1 fret.

Is Charley's Picture beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Db, Gb, Ab, A, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Charley's Picture?

The tempo of Charley's Picture is approximately 122 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Charley's Picture?

You can easily change the key of Charley's Picture 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 Charley's Picture?

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

Is there a tuner available for Charley's Picture?

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 Porter Wagoner.

Can I save Charley's Picture to play later?

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

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You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for Charley's Picture by Porter Wagoner on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.