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Intro 1
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Verse 1
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In this secret time, invading on our privacy
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Unknowing we mime,
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we play for the ministry

The can film you in bed
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Or when you take a bath
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They can tape every cry
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They can tape every laugh
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They can turn you around so
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you won't know what's
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Verse 2
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by reel
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Busy little bees recording
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everything you feel
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On real by reel
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You're documented down like rats
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They're catching up on every squeal
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On real by reel
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Interlude 1
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In this
Verse 3
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hidden time,
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ignorance may help you to cope
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Rehearsing for crimes,
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and sex just in government cinemascope

The can film you at work
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Or when they let you play
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They can tape what you think
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They can tape what you say
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They can blur your I.D. so you
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won't know what's
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Verse 4
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by reel
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They're busy little bees
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recording everything you feel
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On real by reel
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You're documented down like rats
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They're catching up on every squeal
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B
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Now
Verse 5
F#
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I lay me down to sleep
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Knowing that your lenses peep
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F#
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And now I eat my daily bread
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And into the tape spool I'll be fed
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Interlude 2
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Bm
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Verse 6
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The can film you in bed
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Or when you take a bath
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They can tape every cry
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They can tape every laugh
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They can turn you around so
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you won't know what's
Verse 7
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Real by reel
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They're busy little bees
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recording everything you feel
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On real by reel
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You're documented down like rats
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They're catching up on every squeal
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Outro 1
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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

Tuning:Standard Open Tuner
Chords

  • D

  • B

    2

  • E

  • Ebm

    6

  • Am

  • G

  • C

  • Bm

    2

  • Ab

    4

  • F#

    2

  • A

Capo: 3

Transpose: 0

0

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Frequently asked questions

The original key of Real by Reel by XTC is Bb major.

The primary chords used in Real by Reel are F, D, G, Gbm, Cm, Bb.

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 3 fret.

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

The tempo of Real by Reel is approximately 136 beats per minute.

You can easily change the key of Real by Reel using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

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

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 XTC.

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

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