The Underneath chords by
Robyn Hitchcock

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Key: E major•

Intro 1

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We are

Verse 1

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the under_ neath

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We fit inside a two words

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No credit cards for us

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No plastic and no mobiles

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If you can't sell me something

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Then how can you respect me?

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We might as well not be

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We prac_ tice but we don't know

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Eat sausages

Verse 2

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and yam_ s

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Read papers with the words on

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I know just who I am

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The one you drew the birds on

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The bird_ s begin to fly

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And sud_ denly I'm na_ ked

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I'm up there in the sky

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Don't know if I can make it

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We prac_ tice but we don't know

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We practice but we don't know

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We practice but we don't know

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We are the underneath

Verse 3

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Not popular or local

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So silently we tread

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So you can do your vocal

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We're what's left when you

F#m

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take away everything

F#m

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We're what's left when you

F#m

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take away everything

F#m

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F#

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We're what's left when you take away

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everything else

Interlude 1

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When everything

Verse 4

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has gone

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We're all that is re_ maining

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And deep into my heart

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Forever will be raining

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Then how can you respect me?

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We might as well not be

Verse 5

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We prac_ tice but we don't know

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Verse 6

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We are the underneath

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Chords

A
B
E
F#m
F#

Capo: 2

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of The Underneath?

The original key of The Underneath by Robyn Hitchcock is E major.

What are the main chords for The Underneath?

The primary chords used in The Underneath are A, B, E, F#m, F#.

Do I need a capo to play The Underneath?

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

Is The Underneath beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of The Underneath?

The tempo of The Underneath is approximately 107 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for The Underneath?

You can easily change the key of The Underneath 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 Underneath?

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

Is there a tuner available for The Underneath?

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 Robyn Hitchcock.

Can I save The Underneath to play later?

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

Can I access the guitar chords for The Underneath for free?

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