Cherbourg chords by
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Key: D major•

Intro 1

G

G

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Bm

Bm

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G

G

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A

A

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Bm

Bm

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G

G

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Em

Em

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G

G

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A

A

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Bm

Bm

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G

G

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D

D

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Bm

Bm

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And a fall from you Is a

Verse 1

D

D

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G

G

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A

A

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long way down

Bm

Bm

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I've found a better way out

G

G

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D

D

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And a fall from you

Bm

Bm

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G

G

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A

A

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Is a long way down

Bm

Bm

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G

G

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I know a better way out

Bm

Bm

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A

A

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Verse 2

Bm

Bm

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D

D

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Bm

Bm

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Well it's been a long time

Em

Em

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Since I've seen you smile

G

G

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A

A

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Gambled away my fright

Em

Em

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Till the morning lights shine

D

D

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Well it's been a long

Verse 3

Bm

Bm

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time

G

G

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Bm

Bm

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Since I've seen you smile

A

A

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Gambled away my fright

Bm

Bm

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G

G

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Bm

Bm

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A

A

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Till the morning lights

Bm

Bm

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G

G

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A

A

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Bm

Bm

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shine

D

D

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Sunday morning Only

Verse 4

Em

Em

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fog on the limbs

G

G

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Em

Em

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I called it again

G

G

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Bm

Bm

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G

G

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D

D

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What do you know

And I filled our days

Em

Em

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With cards and gin

G

G

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You're alight again,

D

D

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my dear

Interlude 1

D

D

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Em

Em

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G

G

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Em

Em

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D

D

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Em

Em

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G

G

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Em

Em

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G

G

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D

D

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Verse 5

D

D

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I will lead the way, oh, lead the way

Em

Em

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When I know

G

G

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Em

Em

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G

G

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And I'll sleep away, oh, sweep away

D

D

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What I don't

Well seize the way, oh, seize the way

Em

Em

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No, I won't

G

G

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I will lead the way, oh, lead the day

D

D

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When I know

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Chords

G
Bm
A
Em
D

Capo: No capo

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Cherbourg?

The original key of Cherbourg by Beirut is D major.

What are the main chords for Cherbourg?

The primary chords used in Cherbourg are G, Bm, A, Em, D.

Do I need a capo to play Cherbourg?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Cherbourg beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Cherbourg?

The tempo of Cherbourg is approximately 48 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Cherbourg?

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

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