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Private Hell chords by
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Key: E minor•
Intro 1
Em
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Verse 1
Em
Em

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Closer than close you see yourself
C
C

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A mirrored image of what
Em
Em

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you wanted to be

As each day goes by a little more
C
C

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You can't remember what it was
Am
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Em
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Am

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you wanted anyway
Em
Em

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Am
Am

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The fin gers feel the lines
Am
Am

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they prod the space
Am
Am

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C
C

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Your aging face the face that
D
D

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once was so beautiful
C
C

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D
D

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Is still there but unrecognizable
Em
Em

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Private hell
Verse 2
Em
Em

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The man who you once loved

is bald and fat
C
C

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Em

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And seldom in working late as usu al
Am
Am

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Your interest has waned

you feel the strain
Em
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Am
Am

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The bed springs snap on the oc
C
C

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D
D

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casions he lies upon you
C
C

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D
D

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Close your eyes and think
Em
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of nothing but

Private hell
Verse 3

G
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C
C

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Think of Emma wonder
G
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C
C

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what she's doing
G
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G
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Her husband terry and your
Am
Am

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grandchildren
Bm
Bm
2

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Think of Edward who's still
Bm
Bm
2

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at college
Am
Am

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Bm
Bm
2

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Em
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You send him let ters which he
Am
Am

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doesn't acknowledge
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Em

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cause he don't care

They don't care
C
C

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cause they're all going through
D
D

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Em
Em

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their own private hell
Interlude 1
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Verse 4
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The morning slips away in a Valium haze
C
C

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And catalogs and numerous
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cups of coffee
Em
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In the afternoon the weekly food
C
C

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Is put in bags as you float off
Em
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down the high street
Verse 5
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Am
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The shop windows reflect
Am
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play a nameless host
Am
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To a closet ghost a pic
C
C

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D
D

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ture of your fantasy
C
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D
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Em
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A victim of your misery and private hell
Interlude 2
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Bm
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C
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D
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Verse 6
Em
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Alone at six o'clock you drop a cup

You see it smash inside you crack

You can't go on but
C
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D
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Em
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C
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you sweep it up
Verse 7
D
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Safe at last inside your private hell
Am
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C
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D
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Em
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San ity at last inside your private hell
Outro 1
Em
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Chords

  • Em

  • C

  • Am

  • D

  • G

  • Bm

    2

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Private Hell?

The original key of Private Hell by The Jam is E minor.

What are the main chords for Private Hell?

The primary chords used in Private Hell are Em, C, Am, D, G, Bm.

Do I need a capo to play Private Hell?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Private Hell beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Private Hell?

The tempo of Private Hell is approximately 176 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Private Hell?

You can easily change the key of Private Hell 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 Private Hell?

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

Is there a tuner available for Private Hell?

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 Jam.

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