The Penalty chords by
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Key: C major•

Intro 1

F

F

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C

C

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Em

Em

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C

C

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F

F

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C

C

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Em

Em

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C

C

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F

F

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C

C

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Like an ancient

Verse 1

Em

Em

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F

F

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day and I'm on trial

C

C

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Let them seize the way,

Em

Em

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F

F

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this once was an island

G

G

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C

C

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F

F

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And I could not stay for I

C

C

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G

G

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be_ lieved them

Em

Em

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C

C

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F

F

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C

C

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Left for the lights al_ ways in season

F

F

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C

C

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Interlude 1

Em

Em

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F

F

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C

C

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Em

Em

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F

F

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C

C

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Impass_ able

Verse 2

Em

Em

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F

F

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night in a crowd of homesick

C

C

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Fully grown children,

G

G

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Em

Em

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F

F

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you'll leave the lights

G

G

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C

C

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Your family may not wait,

F

F

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C

C

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Sir, keep on breathing

G

G

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C

C

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Our parents rue the day,

F

F

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C

C

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they find us kneeling

G

G

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C

C

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Let them think what they may,

F

F

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C

C

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G

G

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for they've good reason

C

C

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F

F

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Left for the lights al_ ways in

C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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sea_ _ _ _ son

Outro 1

F

F

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C

C

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G

G

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C

C

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F

F

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C

C

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Chords

F
C
Em
G

Capo: No capo

Transpose: 0

0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of The Penalty?

The original key of The Penalty by Beirut is C major.

What are the main chords for The Penalty?

The primary chords used in The Penalty are F, C, Em, G.

Do I need a capo to play The Penalty?

No capo is required for this song.

Is The Penalty beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like F, C, Em, G, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of The Penalty?

The tempo of The Penalty is approximately 86 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for The Penalty?

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Is there a tuner available for The Penalty?

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