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Powerman chords by
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Key: D major•
Intro 1
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Verse 1
A
A

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I know a man,

he's a powerful man
D
D

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He's got the people in his power
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In the palm of his hand.

He started at the bottom

and he worked his way up
D
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Now he's never going to stop
A
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Until he reaches the top.

It's the same old story,
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A

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it's the same old dream,

It's power man, power man,
A
A

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and all that it can bring.

If you want your money,

you better stand in the line
D
D

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'cause you'll only end up picking
A
A

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up nickels and dimes.
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D

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A

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You call him names and he

sits and grins
D
D

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'cause everybody else is just
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A

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a sucker to him.

And he's got my money,
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D

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A

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but I've got my faith

And powerman, powerman, I'll
A
A

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never be your slave.

It's the same old story,
D
D

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it's the same old game
D
D

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It's power man, power man,

driving me insane
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A

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People tried to conquer the world
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Na poleon and Genghis Khan
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Hitler tried and Mussolini
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too
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Powerman don't need to fight,
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powerman don't need no guns

Powerman got money on his
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side
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Well I'm not rich and I'm not free
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But I've got my girl and she got me

He's got my money and my

publishing rights
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A

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But I've got my girl and I'm alright

And she got me going,
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A

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and she keeps me sane

But powerman, powerman, got
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money on the brain
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It's the same old story it's the same
D
D

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old game
Outro 1

Powerman, powerman driving me insane
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A

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Chords

  • G

  • Em

  • D

  • A

  • F

  • C

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Powerman?

The original key of Powerman by The Kinks is D major.

What are the main chords for Powerman?

The primary chords used in Powerman are G, Em, D, A, F, C.

Do I need a capo to play Powerman?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Powerman beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Powerman?

The tempo of Powerman is approximately 98 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Powerman?

You can easily change the key of Powerman 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 Powerman?

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

Is there a tuner available for Powerman?

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 Powerman to play later?

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

Can I access the guitar chords for Powerman for free?

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