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Key: Db major•
Verse 1
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Well she started

out working
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for an Illinois assembly line

Not really what she wanted
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F
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Just dealing with the feeling when you're
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G

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feeling like you wish it was fine
Am
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You just don't talk about it
C
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And along came an offer
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from the city of steel
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They were stranded at the airport she
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Am
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could barely believe he was real
C
C

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So she said
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Make it happen take
Verse 2

me to Manhattan
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If you like LA that's cool
C
C

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Or you could slip me right on
F
F

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down the Mississippi
Am
Am

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I'd go anywhere with you
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Verse 3

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Well, they met up on the river in

the middle of the summertime
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He was from out on the coast
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And ever since he said he'd never
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stop until they got it right
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It's what they wanted the most
C
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He had been everywhere
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and she'd been alone
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They were just looking for
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a place to call home
Verse 4
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C
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So he said
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How about Manhattan we

can make it happen
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I'll do California too
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F
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I know it's iffy but how about

the Mississippi
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I'd go anywhere with you
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Verse 5
Dm
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C
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Any old town will do
Dm
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I could die in the flyover zone

with you
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Verse 6
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C
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Then they started their first argument
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And the fighting never stopped

It's just the same old story
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All the boys and girls who never
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figure one another out

Then all the tears started
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G
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pouring
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Then the map came off the wall
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Am
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She started marking it with a red pen
Verse 7
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C
C

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Then she said
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Well, take Manhattan where

anything can happen
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G

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You take California too
C
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Forever after with or

without laughter
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We got better things to do
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Take Manhattan where

anything can happen
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C
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You take California too
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Take the planet you can fucking have it
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Look out cause she's coming for you
Outro 1
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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Take Manhattan?

The original key of Take Manhattan by Soul Asylum is Db major.

What are the main chords for Take Manhattan?

The primary chords used in Take Manhattan are Db, Ab, Gb, Bbm, Ebm, Fm.

Do I need a capo to play Take Manhattan?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 1 fret.

Is Take Manhattan beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Db, Ab, Gb, Bbm, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Take Manhattan?

The tempo of Take Manhattan is approximately 150 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Take Manhattan?

You can easily change the key of Take Manhattan 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 Take Manhattan. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

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