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Death of a Clown original guitar chords by
The Kinks
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1967•Rock•143 views•
5.0 (3)
Key: C major•
Intro 1
C
C

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C
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Gsus4
Gsus4

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G

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Verse 1
C
C

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My makeup is dry and it cracks 'round my chin
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C
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I'm drowning my sorrows in whisky and gin
Gsus4
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Verse 2
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C

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The lion tamer's whip doesn't crack anymore
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The lions, they won't bite
C
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Gsus4
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and the tigers won't roar
Pre-chorus 1
F
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Dm
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Bb
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Eb
Eb
6

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La-la-la, la-la-la, la-la-la- la
Dm
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C
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So let's all drink to the death of a clown
Chorus 1
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Won't someone help me
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to break up this crown
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Let's all drink to the death of a clown
Gsus4
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Dm
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Bb
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Eb
Eb
6

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La-la-la, la-la-la, la-la-la- la
Dm
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C
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Let's all drink to the death of a clown
Gsus4
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Verse 3
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The old fortune teller lies dead on the floor
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Nobody needs fortunes told anymore
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Verse 4
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The trainer of insects is crouched on his knees
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And frantically looking for runaway fleas
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Pre-chorus 2
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Dm
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Eb
Eb
6

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La-la-la, la-la-la, la-la-la- la
Dm
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C
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Let's all drink to the death of a clown
Chorus 2
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So won't someone help me
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to break up this crown
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C
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Let's all drink to the death of a clown
Gsus4
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Bb
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Eb
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La-la-la, la-la-la, la-la-la- la
Dm
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C
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Let's all drink to the death of a clown
Gsus4
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Gsus4
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Gsus4
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Outro 1
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La-la-la- La-la-la- La-la-la-la
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C
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Gsus4
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La-la-la- La-la-la- La-la-la- la
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Chords

  • C

  • G

  • F

  • Gsus4

  • Dm

  • Bb

  • Eb

    6

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Death of a Clown?

The original key of Death of a Clown by The Kinks is C major.

What are the main chords for Death of a Clown?

The primary chords used in Death of a Clown are C, G, F, Gsus4, Dm, Bb.

Do I need a capo to play Death of a Clown?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 3 fret.

Is Death of a Clown beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like C, G, F, Gsus4, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

Are there official chords for Death of a Clown?

If the simplified chords are too easy, you can visit the original chords page for a more advanced arrangement.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Death of a Clown?

The tempo of Death of a Clown is approximately 160 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Death of a Clown?

You can easily change the key of Death of a Clown 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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Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Death of a Clown. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Is there a tuner available for Death of a Clown?

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