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The Long Goodbye chords by
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Key: D major
Intro 1
D
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G
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D
D

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Verse 1
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D

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It started with a long goodbye
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D

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It's finished in the blink of an eye

We could've dreamed,
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G

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we could've lied
D
D

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But time's just passed us by
Verse 2
F#m
F#m
2

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But, oh, the love that you showed
E
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A
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Never had a chance to grow, nev_ er grow
F#m
F#m
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Just in case you didn't know,
G
G

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the love that you showed
E
E

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G

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Never had a chance to grow, nev_ er grow
Interlude 1

It never
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D

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D
D

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D
D

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Verse 3
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D

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It started with a long goodbye

Now it's fading like a bleached-
D
D

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out sky
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G

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50- 50, gave no reason why
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D

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It ended like the toss of a coin
Verse 4
F#m
F#m
2

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But, oh, the love that you lost
E
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A
A

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It never really stopped, never stopped
F#m
F#m
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Just in case you failed to watch,
G
G

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the love that you lost
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E

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G

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It never really stopped, never stopped
D
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D

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It never, it nev_ er stopped
Interlude 2

Guitar!
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D

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Verse 5
F#m
F#m
2

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G

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But, oh, the love that you lost
E
E

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A
A

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It never really stopped, never stopped
F#m
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Just in case you failed to watch,
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G

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the love that you lost
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E

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It never really stopped, never stopped
D
D

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It never, it nev_ er stopped
Outro 1
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G

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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

Open Tuner
Chords
  • D

  • G

  • F#m

    2
  • E

  • A

Capo: No capo

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of The Long Goodbye?

The original key of The Long Goodbye by Manic Street Preachers is D major.

What are the main chords for The Long Goodbye?

The primary chords used in The Long Goodbye are D, G, F#m, E, A.

Do I need a capo to play The Long Goodbye?

No capo is required for this song.

Is The Long Goodbye beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like D, G, F#m, E, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of The Long Goodbye?

The tempo of The Long Goodbye is approximately 113 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for The Long Goodbye?

You can easily change the key of The Long Goodbye 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 Long Goodbye?

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

Is there a tuner available for The Long Goodbye?

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 Manic Street Preachers.

Can I save The Long Goodbye to play later?

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

Can I access the guitar chords for The Long Goodbye for free?

You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for The Long Goodbye by Manic Street Preachers on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.