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For the Snakes chords by
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Key: Eb major•
Intro 1
D
D

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A
A

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All your brambles,
Verse 1
Asus4
Asus4

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A
A

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Asus4
Asus4

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A
A

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G
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D
D

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all your creep ing vines
A
A

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Asus4
Asus4

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All of the trash that
G
G

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A
A

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people leave behind
F#m
F#m
2

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Em
Em

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All your fine,
A
A

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D
D

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fine columns poking up through the pond scum
D
D

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Verse 2

A
A

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We will have uses for these
D
D

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things when we come
Verse 3

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D

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A
A

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Cracks in the marble you hauled
G
G

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D

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in from the quarry
A
A

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These will be seen by all in all
G
G

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F#m
F#m
2

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Em
Em

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their glory
A
A

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Long hidden shadows of the
D
D

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A

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places they came from
G
G

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Verse 4

A
A

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We will bring memories of these
D
D

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things when we come
A
A

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F
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Verse 5

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D

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C
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All your abandoned things
Am
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F
F

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Once fine vestments,
D
D

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F

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A
A

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statues with wings
D
D

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Bm
Bm
2

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They have their uses, every one
A
A

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D

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Let me slither across them in the sun
Verse 6
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A

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Asus4
Asus4

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Pale imitation s that
Asus4
Asus4

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you brought back from afar
Asus4
Asus4

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A

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We will show them to
Asus4
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G
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F#m
F#m
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Em
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you as they are
A
A

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Wind through the ruins,
D
D

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high and lonesome
G
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D

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Verse 7
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A

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We will have uses for these things when we
D
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come
Outro 1
G
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Asus4
Asus4

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Asus4
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Chords

  • D

  • A

  • Asus4

  • G

  • F#m

    2

  • Em

  • F

  • C

  • Am

  • Bm

    2

Capo: 1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of For the Snakes?

The original key of For the Snakes by The Mountain Goats is Eb major.

What are the main chords for For the Snakes?

The primary chords used in For the Snakes are Eb, Bb, Bbsus4, Ab, Gm, Fm.

Do I need a capo to play For the Snakes?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 1 fret.

Is For the Snakes beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Eb, Bb, Bbsus4, Ab, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of For the Snakes?

The tempo of For the Snakes is approximately 154 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for For the Snakes?

You can easily change the key of For the Snakes 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 For the Snakes?

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

Is there a tuner available for For the Snakes?

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 Mountain Goats.

Can I save For the Snakes to play later?

Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add For the Snakes to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.

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