Tell It Like It Is original guitar chords by 
Aaron Neville 
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Frequently asked questions
The original key of Tell It Like It Is by Aaron Neville is F major.
The primary chords used in Tell It Like It Is are C, C7/G, C7, F, D, Fmaj7.
To play in the original key, place your capo on the 5 fret.
Yes, this version uses open chords like C, C7/G, C7, F, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.
If the simplified chords are too easy, you can visit the original chords page for a more advanced arrangement.
The tempo of Tell It Like It Is is approximately 96 beats per minute.
You can easily change the key of Tell It Like It Is using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.
Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Tell It Like It Is. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.
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 Aaron Neville.
Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add Tell It Like It Is to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.
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