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Sweet Lady Genevieve chords by
The Kinks
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Key: A major•
Intro 1
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Verse 1
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Once under a scarlet sky
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I told you never ending lies,

But they were the words of a
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A

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drunken vagabond
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Who knew very well he would
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break your heart before long
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Oh forgive me Genevieve.
Verse 2
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D

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Em
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Now I've come back to see
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Sweet Lady Genevieve,
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This time I'll give you some security
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And I will make promises I can keep
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So will you come back to me
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Sweet Lady Genevieve.
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Verse 3

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Let me rock you, hold you,
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Take you in my arms.
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Forgive me, please,
B
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Smile away all your sadness,
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put your trust in me.
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Oh if you come back
Verse 4
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Em
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to me
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Sweet Lady Genevieve,
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I'm not the impetuous fool you used to know
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I know that I used you and I hurt you so,
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But that was so long ago Sweet
A
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Lady Genevieve.
Interlude 1
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Verse 5
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Oh, love me,
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Take me in your arms.
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Let me rock you, hold you,
B
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Smile away all your sadness,
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put your trust in me.
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Verse 6
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Once under a starry sky I
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led you on and told you lies
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Drank too much whiskey on
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that hot summer night.
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I acted so slyly because you
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were acting so shy,
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Oh forgive me Genevieve.
Verse 7
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If you come back to me
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Sweet Lady Genevieve,

You're not the child who
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smiled so innocently
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And I'm not the rogue that I used to be,
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So will you come back to me Sweet
A
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Lady Genevieve.
Interlude 2
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Verse 8
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Oh Genevieve, Oh Genevieve.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Sweet Lady Genevieve?

The original key of Sweet Lady Genevieve by The Kinks is A major.

What are the main chords for Sweet Lady Genevieve?

The primary chords used in Sweet Lady Genevieve are A, E, F#m, D, B, C#.

Do I need a capo to play Sweet Lady Genevieve?

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

Is Sweet Lady Genevieve beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Sweet Lady Genevieve?

The tempo of Sweet Lady Genevieve is approximately 118 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Sweet Lady Genevieve?

You can easily change the key of Sweet Lady Genevieve 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 Sweet Lady Genevieve?

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

Is there a tuner available for Sweet Lady Genevieve?

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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