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Intro 1
E
E

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D

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D

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E

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Verse 1
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A

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G

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I was lost just wandering round downtown
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A

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Many people pushing me around
C
C

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D

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Hate spreads just like infec
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A

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G

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D
D

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Em

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tion
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G

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Those rats jumping on and off my back
A
A

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Fat black rats holding me down
C
C

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D
D

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A
A

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I see rats in every direction
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G

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Em
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E
E

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No time to catch your breath
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A

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Em
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E
E

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Crazy people lost their heads
D
D

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Masses trampling on my feet,
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E

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D

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inconsiderate in their heat

Those rats breeding angri
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G

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ness and spite
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A

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C
C

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Never have done anything right for people
D
D

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A

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G

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D
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like you and me
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G

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Walk over all the people you can't see
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A

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If they die there's more bread for me
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G

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Like snakes crawling
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E
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through the grass
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No time to catch your breath
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Crazy people lost their heads
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D

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Masses trampling on my feet,
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D

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Em

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inconsiderate in their heat
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E

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Those rats breeding an
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G

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griness and spite
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A

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Never have done anything right
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G

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D

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for people like you and me
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See that face man look at me,
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he's much too selfish to see
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D

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E
E

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Once he was warm and was kind
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D

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E

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Now all he has got is a pinstripe mind
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See that face man look at me,
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E
E

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he's much too selfish to see
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D

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E

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Once he was warm and was kind
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D

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Now all he has got is a pinstripe mind
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E

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Outro 1
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Chords

  • E

  • A

  • Em

  • D

  • G

  • C

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Rats?

The original key of Rats by The Kinks is E minor.

What are the main chords for Rats?

The primary chords used in Rats are E, A, Em, D, G, C.

Do I need a capo to play Rats?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Rats beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Rats?

The tempo of Rats is approximately 143 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Rats?

You can easily change the key of Rats 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 Rats?

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

Is there a tuner available for Rats?

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.

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

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