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Preservation chords by
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Key: D major•
Intro 1
Em
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D
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Verse 1
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Once upon a time
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In a faraway land

Lived a villain called Flash

He was such a wicked man

He terrorized the people

He broke arms and crushed hands

He ruled with a fist and

he purchased all the land
Verse 2
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Then he plowed up the fields
A
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and cut down the trees
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D

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For property speculation
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And he did it all for a pot of gold
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And for his own preservation
Verse 3
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The people were scared

They didn't know where

to turn

They couldn't see any salvation

From the hoods and the spivs

And the crooked politicians
Verse 4

Who were cheating and lying to the nation
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Save the fields and the trees
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And give them back to the nation
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Bring the government down
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A new leader must be found
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For the sake of preservation
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He said
Verse 5
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he did it to help us all
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And did it for the good of the nation
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But he did it for a pot of gold
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And for his own
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preservation
Interlude 1
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Verse 6
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When money is evil

And power is corrupt

The devil moves in and takes over

Mr. Flash broke his word

And now he's got to pay

For his crimes and his lies
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and his evil ways
Verse 7
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And it's gonna get rough
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And it's gonna get rough
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It's a crime and a sin that no one can win
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In a story of self preservation
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  • G

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Preservation?

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

What are the main chords for Preservation?

The primary chords used in Preservation are Em, D, A, G.

Do I need a capo to play Preservation?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Preservation beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Preservation?

The tempo of Preservation is approximately 105 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Preservation?

You can easily change the key of Preservation 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 Preservation?

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

Is there a tuner available for Preservation?

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 Preservation to play later?

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

Can I access the guitar chords for Preservation for free?

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