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Key: E minor•
Intro 1
Em
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C
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Cm
Cm
3

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C
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Cm
Cm
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Em
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Verse 1
C
C

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The subtext of this
Em
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song
C
C

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Em
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I've thought about it for so long

But it's really not the sort
C
C

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Em
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of thing
C
C

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That people want to hear us sing
Verse 2
A
A

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Bsus4
Bsus4
2

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F#sus4
F#sus4
2

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C
C

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The context of this song
Em
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Bm
Bm
2

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Well I could go on and on
A
A

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F#sus4
F#sus4
2

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C
C

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But it's still unfashionable
Em
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E
E

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To believe in principles
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South
Verse 3
E
E

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Em
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South Yorkshire,
A
A

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mass murderer
D
D

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How can you sleep at night,
E
E

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Em
Em

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sleep at night?
E
E

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A
A

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South South Yorkshire, mass murderer
D
D

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How can you sleep at night,
Interlude 1

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E
E

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Em
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C
C

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G
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Em
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Em
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Verse 4
C
C

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The reason for this song
Cm
Cm
3

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G
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Em
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Well it may be a
C
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G
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Em
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pointless one
C
C

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But thank you Jimmy

McGovern
C
C

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For reminding me of what lives on
Cm
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The
Verse 5
A
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Bsus4
Bsus4
2

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F#sus4
F#sus4
2

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C
C

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ending for this song

Well I haven't really thought
Em
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Bsus4
Bsus4
2

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of one
A
A

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There's nothing I could
Bsus4
Bsus4
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F#sus4
F#sus4
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C
C

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ever say

That could really take the pain away
Em
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Verse 6
E
E

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Em
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E
E

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A
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South South Yorkshire, mass murderer
D
D

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How can you sleep at night,
E
E

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Em
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sleep at night?
E
E

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Em
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South South Yorkshire, mass murderer
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D
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How can you sleep at night,
Outro 1

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E
E

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Em
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Em
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D
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Dm
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E
E

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Em
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E
E

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Em
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A
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D
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E
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Em
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E
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Chords

  • Em

  • C

  • Cm

    3

  • A

  • Bsus4

    2

  • F#sus4

    2

  • Bm

    2

  • E

  • D

  • G

  • Dm

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of S.Y.M.M.?

The original key of S.Y.M.M. by Manic Street Preachers is E minor.

What are the main chords for S.Y.M.M.?

The primary chords used in S.Y.M.M. are Em, C, Cm, A, Bsus4, F#sus4.

Do I need a capo to play S.Y.M.M.?

No capo is required for this song.

Is S.Y.M.M. beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of S.Y.M.M.?

The tempo of S.Y.M.M. is approximately 70 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for S.Y.M.M.?

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

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

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