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Gilbert O'sullivan
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Key: Gb major•
Verse 1
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Gm
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I see it
Bm
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in your eyes when the light is on
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Gm
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A
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Staring out into space
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D

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Bm
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2

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I see it in goodbyes
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D
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Just before I've gone
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G

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D

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Gm
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3

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A
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Hoping I'll be gone for days
Verse 2
D
D

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You say that you weren't
Bm
Bm
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looking for someone to
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Gm
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Em
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D
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A
A

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Come and sweep you off your feet
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Bm
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2

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But given that's exactly
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what you have done
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Gm
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What would you have me believe?
Verse 3
F#sus4
F#sus4
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F#
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The irony of course is that
A
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F#m
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Bm
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for many years
B
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Em
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All the many times you stressed
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You'd never be unfaithful to me
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Who now would have guessed
Verse 4
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The children aren't aware
G
G

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yet but I suspect
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Em
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Back from university
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A
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Bm
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2

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Both will I ima
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gine be taking sides
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Gm
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One on yours the other me
Interlude 1
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Gm
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Gm
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Verse 5
F#m
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F#sus4
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F#
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Iron ic when you think
F#m
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B
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That for many years

You thought I had had an affair
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Yet here I stand
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cap in hand
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Am
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Somewhat the worse for wear
Verse 6
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Bm
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I'm terrified of losing you
G
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D
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that's for sure
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Em
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Still I understand your plight
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A vacuum exists when
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you're on your own
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Gm
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And it needs to be put right
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I won't give up without a fight

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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

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Chords

  • D

  • Bm

    2

  • G

  • Gm

    3

  • A

  • Em

  • F#sus4

    2

  • F#

    2

  • F#m

    2

  • B

    2

  • C

  • Am

Capo: 4

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Taking Sides?

The original key of Taking Sides by Gilbert O'Sullivan is Gb major.

What are the main chords for Taking Sides?

The primary chords used in Taking Sides are Gb, Ebm, Cb, Cbm, Db, Abm.

Do I need a capo to play Taking Sides?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 4 fret.

Is Taking Sides beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Gb, Ebm, Cb, Cbm, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Taking Sides?

The tempo of Taking Sides is approximately 86 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Taking Sides?

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

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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 Gilbert O'Sullivan.

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