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Real Life chords by
Jon Bon Jovi
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Key: A major•
Intro 1
C
C

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G
G

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D
D

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Em
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C
C

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G
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D
D

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Em
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C
C

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Verse 1
G
G

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I wish that life

was like it is in the movies
Em
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C
C

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Cause the hero always gets his way
G
G

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D
D

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No matter how hard it gets on that dark,
G
G

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lonely road
Em
Em

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C
C

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At the end he's got a smile on his face
G
G

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D
D

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But when they threw me out to the lions
F
F

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C
C

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No one saved me as I fell from your grace
G
G

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And no one wrote me new lines
D
D

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for what I said wrong
F
F

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C
C

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And what I did wrong I could not erase
Verse 2
G
G

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D
D

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This is real life, this is real love
Em
Em

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C
C

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This is real pain, that much I'm sure of
G
G

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These are real tears,
D
D

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C
C

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D
D

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these are real fears inside that I can't hide
C
C

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Verse 3

G
G

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I wish that I could be
D
D

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a white knight in armor
G
G

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Em
Em

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With an army just to bring
C
C

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you back home
G
G

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But I'll admit I'm scared
D
D

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of dialing your number
F
F

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And someone else is gonna
C
C

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answer the phone
G
G

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D
D

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Why can't it be like it is on TV
F
F

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When the orchestra plays and
C
C

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you come back to me
Verse 4
G
G

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D

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This is real life, this is real love
Em
Em

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C
C

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This is real pain that much I'm sure of
G
G

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These are real tears,
D
D

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C
C

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D
D

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these are real fears inside that I can't hide
G
G

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D
D

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This is real life, this is real love
Em
Em

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These are real wounds that
C
C

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I'm bleeding from
Am
Am

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Dsus4
Dsus4

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D
D

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And I realize this is real
Verse 5
F
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Am
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I always thought that
C
C

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G
G

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our love was a story book tale
D
D

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Em
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F
F

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God knows that I'd never dream
Am
Am

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Dsus4
Dsus4

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D
D

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in the end it would fail
Verse 6
G
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Cause this is real life, this is real love
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C
C

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This is real pain that much I'm sure of
G
G

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These are real tears,
D
D

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C
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D
D

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these are real fears inside that I can't hide
G
G

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D
D

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This is real life, this is real love
Em
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These are real wounds that
C
C

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I'm bleeding from
G
G

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Am
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D
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And I realize this is real
G
G

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This is real life, this is real love
G
G

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C
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G
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D
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This is real pain, that much I'm sure of

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Chords

  • C

  • G

  • D

  • Em

  • F

  • Am

  • Dsus4

Capo: 2

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Real Life?

The original key of Real Life by Jon Bon Jovi is A major.

What are the main chords for Real Life?

The primary chords used in Real Life are D, A, E, F#m, G, Bm.

Do I need a capo to play Real Life?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.

Is Real Life beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Real Life?

The tempo of Real Life is approximately 97 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Real Life?

You can easily change the key of Real Life 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 Real Life?

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

Is there a tuner available for Real Life?

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 Jon Bon Jovi.

Can I save Real Life to play later?

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

Can I access the guitar chords for Real Life for free?

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