Circumstances (Alternate Version 2) chords by
Captain Beefheart

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Key: A major•

Verse 1

G

G

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Bb

Bb

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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Once you find out the circumstances,

Bb

Bb

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C

C

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G

G

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then you cannot go out,

C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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oh yeah

Would you find out the circumstances

C

C

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G

G

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F

F

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G

G

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Then you can go out, oh yeah

Little girl, don't you know that the stars

Up above are runnin' on love

Little girl, don't you know

that they're blinkin' at you?

Now the sun can sunburn you,

C

C

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G

G

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F

F

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G

G

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but not as bad as those old people do,

C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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yeah

G

G

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C

C

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G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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I want you to find out all

the circumstances

Then you can go out, oh, oh, oh, oh, yeah

Little girl don't you know that the stars

up above are runnin' all over

Little girl don't you know

that they're blinkin' at you

Now the sun can sunburn you

F

F

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G

G

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but not as bad as those old people do

C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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F

F

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G

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F

F

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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F

F

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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I want you, want you to find out the circumstances, then you, then you, then you,

G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

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G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

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C

C

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G

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C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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G

G

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then you can go out, oh yeah, you can go out . you

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A ₂

D ₃

G ₃

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Guitar Tuner 7 Strings

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Balalaika Tuner

E ₄

E ₄

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G ₄

D ₃

G ₃

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Banjo Tuner 4 Strings

C ₃

G ₃

D ₄

A ₄

Chords

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Bb
C
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Capo: 2

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Circumstances (Alternate Version 2)?

The original key of Circumstances (Alternate Version 2) by Captain Beefheart is A major.

What are the main chords for Circumstances (Alternate Version 2)?

The primary chords used in Circumstances (Alternate Version 2) are A, C, D, G.

Do I need a capo to play Circumstances (Alternate Version 2)?

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

Is Circumstances (Alternate Version 2) beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Circumstances (Alternate Version 2)?

The tempo of Circumstances (Alternate Version 2) is approximately 71 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Circumstances (Alternate Version 2)?

You can easily change the key of Circumstances (Alternate Version 2) 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 Circumstances (Alternate Version 2)?

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Is there a tuner available for Circumstances (Alternate Version 2)?

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