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The Same The Whole World Over chords by
Gilbert O'sullivan
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Key: A major•
Intro 1
C
C

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Dsus4
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C
C

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G
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Verse 1
G
G

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Oh, it's the

same the whole world over
C
C

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G
G

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Every year, we get a little bit older
C
C

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The writing that is on the wall is
G
G

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there to remind us all
Verse 2
D
D

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Remember as a kid
C
C

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How you couldn't wait to be big?
D
D

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And now that you've done that
Bm
Bm
2

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What you wouldn't
C
C

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give if only to go back
D
D

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And it's the
Verse 3
G
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same the whole
C
C

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G
G

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world over

Every year, we get a little bit older
C
C

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No matter what excuse you give
G
G

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We've all got just one life to live
Verse 4
D
D

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Some though disapprove

They say there must
C
C

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be something that we can do
D
D

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But you know as well as I
Bm
Bm
2

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C
C

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It's the only thing money cannot buy
D
D

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And I don't
Verse 5

think that one life

can be all that bad

Providing you live it to the full

There's no reason to be sad
Verse 6
G
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'Cause it's the same the

whole world over

Every year, we get a little bit older

No matter what you say

No matter what you do

Rich or poor, you know it's gonna
Interlude 1

happen to you
Dsus4
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C
C

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G
G

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G
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Verse 7
C
C

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A wise old woman once told me
G
G

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Grow old but gracefully
D
D

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Don't go wasting time
C
C

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What lies up ahead soon will be behind
D
D

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I must say she's right
Bm
Bm
2

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No sooner is it dark
C
C

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D
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when suddenly it's light
Verse 8
Dsus4
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I don't think that one life

can be all that bad

Providing you live it to the full

There's no reason to be sad
Verse 9
G
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'Cause it's the same the

whole world over

Every year, we get a little bit older

No matter what you say

No matter what you do

Rich or poor, you know it's gonna
Outro 1

happen to you
Dsus4
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C

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Chords

  • C

  • Dsus4

  • G

  • D

  • Bm

    2

Capo: 2

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of The Same The Whole World Over?

The original key of The Same The Whole World Over by Gilbert O'Sullivan is A major.

What are the main chords for The Same The Whole World Over?

The primary chords used in The Same The Whole World Over are D, Esus4, A, E, C#m.

Do I need a capo to play The Same The Whole World Over?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.

Is The Same The Whole World Over beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like D, Esus4, A, E, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of The Same The Whole World Over?

The tempo of The Same The Whole World Over is approximately 118 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for The Same The Whole World Over?

You can easily change the key of The Same The Whole World Over 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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