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Lean On Me chords by
Bill Withers
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1972•R&B•17.4K views•
4.8 (50)
Key: C major•
Intro 1
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Verse 1
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C

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Sometimes in our lives
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we all have pain
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We all have sorrow
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But if we are wise
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We know that there's
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always tomorrow
Verse 2
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Lean on me, when you're not strong
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And I'll be your friend
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I'll help you carry on
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For it won't be long
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'Til I'm gonna need
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Somebody to lean on
Verse 3
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Please swallow your pride
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If I have things
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you need to borrow
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For no one can fill
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those of your needs
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That you won't let show
Bridge 1
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You just call on me brother

when you need a hand

We all need somebody to  lean on
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I just might have a problem

that you'll understand
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We all need somebody to lean on
Verse 4
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Lean on me, when you're not strong
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C

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And I'll be your friend
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I'll help you carry on
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For it won't be long
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'Til I'm gonna need
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Somebody to lean on
Bridge 2
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You just call on me brother,

when you need a hand

We all need somebody to lean on
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C

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I just might have a problem

that you'll understand
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We all need somebody to lean on
Verse 5
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If there is a load
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you have to bear
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That you can't carry
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I'm right up the road
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I'll share your load
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If you just call me
Outro 1
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(Call me) If you need a friend
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(Call me) call me uh huh
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(Call me) if you need a friend
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(Call me) If you ever need a friend
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(Call me)

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(Call me)

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Tuning:Standard Open Tuner
Chords

  • C

  • F

  • G

Capo: 0

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Frequently asked questions

The original key of Lean On Me by Bill Withers is C major.

The primary chords used in Lean On Me are C, F, G, G7/D.

No capo is required for this song.

Yes, this version uses open chords like C, F, G, G7/D, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

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

The tempo of Lean On Me is approximately 74 beats per minute.

You can easily change the key of Lean On Me 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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