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Key: E minor•
Verse 1
Em
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So you finally got what you
Bm
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Bsus4
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Bm
Bm
2

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wanted
Em
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Bm
Bm
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You've achieved your aim by
A
A

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Bm
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2

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Em
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making the walking lame

And when you just can't
Bm
Bm
2

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get any higher
D
D

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Em
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You use your senses to suss
Bm
Bm
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Em
Em

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out this week's climber

And the small fame that
Bsus4
Bsus4
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you've acquired
Bm
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A
A

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Bm
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Has brought you into cult status
Em
Em

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But to me you're still a collector
Verse 2
G
G

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A
A

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There's tarts and whores but
C
C

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G
G

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you're much more
A
A

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You're a different kind 'cause
C
C

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G
G

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you want their minds
A
A

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And you just don't care 'cause
C
C

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G
G

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you've got no pride
A
A

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C
C

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It's just a face on your pillowcase
G
G

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F
F

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That thrills you
Em
Em

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Verse 3


And you started looking
Bsus4
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Bm
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much older
A
A

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Bm
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And your fashion sense is second-rate
A
A

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Bm
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Em
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like like your perfume
Bm
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Bsus4
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But to you in your little dream world
Bm
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A
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Bm
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You're still the queen of
A
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Bm
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Em
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the butterfly collectors
Verse 4
G
G

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A
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C
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G
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As you carry on 'cause it's all you know
Em
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G
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A
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You can't light a fire,
C
C

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you can't cook or sew
G
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Em
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G
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A
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You get from day to day
C
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G
G

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by filling your head
Em
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A
A

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But surely you must know the appeal
C
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G
G

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between your legs
F
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Has worn off
Em
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Verse 5

Bm
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And I don't care about morals
A
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Bm
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'Cause the world's insane and
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Em
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we're all to blame anyway
Bm
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And I don't feel any sorrow
Bsus4
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Bm
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A
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Bm
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Towards the kings and queens
A
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Em
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of the butterfly collectors
Verse 6
G
G

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A
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There's tarts and whores but
C
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G
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you're much more
Em
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G
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A
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You're a different kind 'cause
C
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G
G

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you want their minds
Em
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G
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A
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And you just don't care 'cause
C
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Em
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you've got no pride
G
G

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A
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C
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G
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It's just a face on your pillowcase
F
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D
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That thrills you
Verse 7
G
G

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A
A

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You carry on 'cause it's
C
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G
G

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all you know
A
A

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You can't light a fire,
C
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you can't cook or sew
Em
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G
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A
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You get from day to day
C
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Em
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by filling your head
G
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A
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But surely you must know the appeal
C
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G
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between your legs
F
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Em
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Has worn off
Bsus4
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And I don't feel any sorrow
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Em
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Towards the kings and queens

of the butterfly collectors

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Chords

  • Em

  • Bm

    2

  • Bsus4

    2

  • A

  • D

  • G

  • C

  • F

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of The Butterfly Collector?

The original key of The Butterfly Collector by The Jam is E minor.

What are the main chords for The Butterfly Collector?

The primary chords used in The Butterfly Collector are Em, Bm, Bsus4, A, D, G.

Do I need a capo to play The Butterfly Collector?

No capo is required for this song.

Is The Butterfly Collector beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Em, Bm, Bsus4, A, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of The Butterfly Collector?

The tempo of The Butterfly Collector is approximately 122 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for The Butterfly Collector?

You can easily change the key of The Butterfly Collector 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 The Butterfly Collector?

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

Is there a tuner available for The Butterfly Collector?

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 Jam.

Can I save The Butterfly Collector to play later?

Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add The Butterfly Collector to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.

Can I access the guitar chords for The Butterfly Collector for free?

You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for The Butterfly Collector by The Jam on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.