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Coalminers chords by
Uncle Tupelo
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Key: C major•
Verse 1
Dm
Dm

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Come, all you coalminers

Wherever you may be

And listen to the story

That I relate to thee

My name is nothing extra
C
C

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Em
Em

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But the truth to you I tell
Dm
Dm

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I am a coalminer
A
A

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Asus4
Asus4

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Dm
Dm

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And I'm sure I wish you well
Verse 2
Dm
Dm

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I was born in old Kentucky

In a coal camp, born and bred

I know about old beans

Bulldog gravy and cornbread

I know how the miners work and slave
C
C

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In the coalmines every day
Dm
Dm

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For a dollar in the company store
A
A

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Dm
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For that is all they pay
Verse 3
Dm
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Mining is the most dangerous work

In our land today

Plenty of dirty, slaving work

For very little pay

Coalminers, won't you wake up
C
C

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And open your eyes and see
Em
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Dm
Dm

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What this dirty capitalist system
A
A

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Dm
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Has done to you and me
Verse 4

Dear miners, they will slave you

Until you can't work no more

And what will you get for your labor but a dollar

in the company store

A tumbledown shack to live in
C
C

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Dm
Dm

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Snow and rain pouring through the top and you have to pay
A
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Dm
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the company rent and your payments will never stop
Verse 5
Dm
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They take our very lifeblood

They take our children's lives

Take fathers away

from children

Take husbands away from wives

coalminers, won't you organize
C
C

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Wherever you may be
Dm
Dm

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And make this a land of freedom
Asus4
Asus4

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A
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Dm
Dm

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For work_ ers, like you and me
Verse 6
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Dm

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I am a coalminer
C
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Em
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And I'm sure I wish you well
Dm
Dm

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Let's sink this capitalist

system
A
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Dm
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To the darkest pits of hell

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Chords

  • Dm

  • C

  • Em

  • A

  • Asus4

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Coalminers?

The original key of Coalminers by Uncle Tupelo is C major.

What are the main chords for Coalminers?

The primary chords used in Coalminers are Dm, C, Em, A, Asus4.

Do I need a capo to play Coalminers?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Coalminers beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Coalminers?

The tempo of Coalminers is approximately 50 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Coalminers?

You can easily change the key of Coalminers 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 Coalminers?

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

Is there a tuner available for Coalminers?

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 Uncle Tupelo.

Can I save Coalminers to play later?

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