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Demolition chords by
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Key: E major•
Intro 1
D
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Verse 1
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I spy with my little eye

Anything here that I can buy.

I see a little thatched cottage

Looking so neat

With compulsory purchase we can

buy it up cheap.

Then we'll pull up the floor boards,

Knock down the walls,

Rock the foundations,

Until the house falls.

Like a pack of cards,

Crashing to the ground.

Then we'll build a row

Of identical boxes

And sell them all off at treble

the profits.
Interlude 1

Demolition.
D
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G

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Verse 2
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D

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The deeds are in my pocket,
C
C

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I've got a contract in my hand.
G
G

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D
D

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An opportunity for luxury living.

I'll arrange the mortgage
C
C

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To be repaid a hundred percent.
G
G

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I can't wait around so make
D
D

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your decision.
F
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We'll buy up all the cottages
C
C

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And every house and every street,

D
D

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Until we've got everything we need.
F
F

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Every town in the vicinity,
C
C

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Every farm and village green.
D
D

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We're gonna buy up everything,
C
C

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G

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Then it's Demolition.
D
D

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C
C

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D

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Demolition. Demolition.
C
C

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Verse 3

Two up, two down,

It hasn't got a garden,

But it's got a lovely patio.

Stainless steel kitchen sink,

Gas fired central heating,


Whaaa - - specifically designed for

modern- day living,

Nothing's permanent

and nothing lasts,

We've sold all the houses so put

'em up fast.

We're gonna buy up this town

And pull it all down.

How I love to hear the

demolition sound

Of concrete crashing to the ground.
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Demolition.
Interlude 2
D
D

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Verse 4
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D

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It's time to make some money,
C
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It's time to get rich quick.
G
G

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It's the wonderful world of capitalism.
D
D

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I've got to make a profit,
C
C

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I've got to satisfy my greed,
G
G

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It's my faith and my religion,
D
D

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Demolition. Demolition.
C
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Demolition.
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C

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G

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Gm
Gm
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Gm
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3

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And we'
Outro 1
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Chords

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  • G

  • C

  • F

  • Gm

    3

  • Bb

Capo: 2

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Demolition?

The original key of Demolition by The Kinks is E major.

What are the main chords for Demolition?

The primary chords used in Demolition are E, A, D, G, Am, C.

Do I need a capo to play Demolition?

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

Is Demolition beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Demolition?

The tempo of Demolition is approximately 115 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Demolition?

You can easily change the key of Demolition 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 Demolition?

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

Is there a tuner available for Demolition?

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 The Kinks.

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