Southside Story chords by
John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers

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Key: G minor•

Intro 1

Gm

Gm

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Verse 1

Gm

Gm

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The Band was jumpin'-

hot as hell

Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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Everybody felt all_ right

Little Walter took the stand

Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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And a blue note cut the night

In the hot red smokie light

Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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As the music to con_ trol

Wouldn't ya know it?

Some pretty woman

Cm

Cm

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Felt the music touch her soul

Verse 2

She cried

Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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Please won't you play

C

C

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Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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Your blues har_ monica

Gm

Gm

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Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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C

C

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Please won't you play

Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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Blow my blues away

Interlude 1

Gm

Gm

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Verse 3

Gm

Gm

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He sang it's hard – to be allone

Cm

Cm

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Sleeping by you_ self

Gm

Gm

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The one you love – far away

Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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Lovin' someone else

There's a train – comin'on

Cm

Cm

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Everybody's got to go

Gm

Gm

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A little rain – in every heart

Cm

Cm

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And a wolf at every door

Verse 4

Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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Please won't you play

Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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That blue har_ monica

Gm

Gm

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Verse 5

Bb

Bb

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C

C

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Cm

Cm

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Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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Little

Eb

Eb

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Bb

Bb

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C

C

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Cm

Cm

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Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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Bb

Bb

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C

C

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Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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Walter blowing hot

Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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Like a southern wind

People dancin'- sweet romancin'

Cm

Cm

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As night came to an en_ d

Gm

Gm

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He packed it up – hit the streets

Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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As they cut the neonlight

Headed down to the darkness

Cm

Cm

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Of the cold Chicago night

Outro 1

Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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C

C

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Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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Bb

Bb

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C

C

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Cm

Cm

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Bb

Bb

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Cm

Cm

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Gm

Gm

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Gm

Gm

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Chords

Gm
Cm
Bb
C
Eb

Capo: 3

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Southside Story?

The original key of Southside Story by John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers is G minor.

What are the main chords for Southside Story?

The primary chords used in Southside Story are Gm, Cm, Bb, C, Eb.

Do I need a capo to play Southside Story?

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

Is Southside Story beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Gm, Cm, Bb, C, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Southside Story?

The tempo of Southside Story is approximately 118 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Southside Story?

You can easily change the key of Southside Story 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 Southside Story?

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

Is there a tuner available for Southside Story?

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