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Don't Turn Around chords by
Doug Sahm
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Key: Bb major•
Verse 1
Bb
Bb

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F
F

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Give me a call
Bb
Bb

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When yer strung out or

when you're bored
Eb
Eb
6

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F
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Been so long and heavy
Bb
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Fm
Fm

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Eb
Eb
6

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But now you think I'm ready
Verse 2
Eb
Eb
6

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F
F

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Lean on me, lean on me
Bb
Bb

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Give it a try, it won't hurt

Leave it with the papers
Fm
Fm

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Bb
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Eb
Eb
6

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And the capers and the dirt
Verse 3
F
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Bb
Bb

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Had a friend who died today
Eb
Eb
6

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Got a long distance call
Bb
Bb

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Who knows what or when or how
C
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But what I'd do to see his face now
Verse 4
C
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F
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Gb
Gb
2

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F
F

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Faug
Faug

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Lean on me, lean on me
F
F

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Wham bam, Doug Sahm
Bb
Bb

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F
F

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Get my brains from a garden plant
Verse 5
F
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You ain't got the truth in
Bb
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F
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Faug
Faug

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F
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the line
Bb
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Eb
Eb
6

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Stick with the ones who never
F
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Get put out by the fire
Verse 6

I never was one for pictures yeah
Bb
Bb

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Eb
Eb
6

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You could hang up on the wall
Bb
Bb

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C
C

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Start 'em up here in my head

Wait for them to fall
Verse 7
F
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Gb
Gb
2

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F
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Let's go get wrong, real real gone
Bb
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Fm
Fm

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Bb
Bb

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Eb
Eb
6

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Raise a toast to the Polaroid ghost
F
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And let some water fall
Verse 8
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You ain't got the truth in the line
F
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Bb
Bb

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F
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Stick with the ones who never

Get put out by the fire

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Chords

  • Bb

  • F

  • Eb

    6

  • Fm

  • C

  • Gb

    2

  • Faug

Capo: 3

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Don't Turn Around?

The original key of Don't Turn Around by Doug Sahm is Bb major.

What are the main chords for Don't Turn Around?

The primary chords used in Don't Turn Around are Bb, F, Eb, Fm, C, Gb.

Do I need a capo to play Don't Turn Around?

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

Is Don't Turn Around beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Bb, F, Eb, Fm, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Don't Turn Around?

The tempo of Don't Turn Around is approximately 107 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Don't Turn Around?

You can easily change the key of Don't Turn Around 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 Don't Turn Around?

Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Don't Turn Around. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Is there a tuner available for Don't Turn Around?

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 Doug Sahm.

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