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Holiday chords by
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Key: A major•
Verse 1
G
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Holiday,
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Oh what a lovely day today,
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I'm so glad they sent me away,
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To have a little holiday today,
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A

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holiday,
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D

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Holiday,
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A

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D
D

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And I'm just standing
G
G

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on the end of a pier,
E
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A
A

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D

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Hoping and dreaming
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G

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you were here,
A
A

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To share my little holiday,
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Verse 2

Em
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Lookin' in the sky,
E
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D

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for a gap in the clouds,
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Em
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Sometimes I think that sun
A
A

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D

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ain't never coming out,
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G

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F
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But I'd rather be here than in
C
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C#dim
C#dim
4

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that dirty old town,
D
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I had to leave the city 'cause

it broke me down,
Verse 3
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A
A

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Oh holiday, oh what
D
D

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E

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a lovely day today,
A
A

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G

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I think I'll get down on my little knees and pray,
E
E

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thank you Lord,
A
A

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Thank heaven for this holiday,
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holiday,
C
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C#dim
C#dim
4

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A
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G
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I'm leaving insecurity behind me,
C
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C#dim
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4

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The environmental pressures
G
G

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got me down,
B
B
2

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I don't need no sedatives
C
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C#dim
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4

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A
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to pull me round,
D
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I don't need no sleeping pills
Verse 4

to help me sleep sound,
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G

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Oh holiday,
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A

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Oh what a lovely day today,
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I think I'll get down on my knees and pray,

Em
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That's what I'll do,
A
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Thank heaven for this holiday,
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Gm
Gm
3

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Verse 5
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Em
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Lying on the beach with my
A
A

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back burned rare,
D
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E
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And the salt gets in my blisters
A
A

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and the sand gets in my hair,
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And the sea's an open sewer,
C
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C#dim
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But I really couldn't care,
D
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I'm breathing through my mouth

so I don't have to sniff the air,
Verse 6
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Oh holiday,
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Oh what a lovely day today,
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I'm so glad they sent me away,
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To have a little holiday.
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Chords

  • G

  • E

  • A

  • D

  • Em

  • F

  • C

  • C#dim

    4

  • B

    2

  • Gm

    3

Capo: 2

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Holiday?

The original key of Holiday by The Kinks is A major.

What are the main chords for Holiday?

The primary chords used in Holiday are A, F#, B, E, F#m, G.

Do I need a capo to play Holiday?

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

Is Holiday beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like A, F#, B, E, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Holiday?

The tempo of Holiday is approximately 98 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Holiday?

You can easily change the key of Holiday 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 Holiday?

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

Is there a tuner available for Holiday?

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.

Can I save Holiday to play later?

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

Can I access the guitar chords for Holiday for free?

You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for Holiday by The Kinks on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.