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The Wild Side Of Life original guitar chords by
Hank Thompson
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1956•Country•210 views•
5.0 (2)
Key: D major•
Intro 1
A7
A7

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D
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Verse 1
D
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G
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You wouldn't read my letter if I wrote you
A7
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D
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You asked me not to call you on the phone
D7
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G
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But there's something I'm wanting to tell you
A7
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D
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So I wrote it in the words of this song
Chorus 1
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I didn't know
G
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God made Honky Tonk angels
A7
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D
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I might have known you'd never make a wife
D7
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G
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You gave up the only one that ever loved you
A7
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D
D

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And went back to the wild side of life
Interlude 1
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G
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A7
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D
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Verse 2
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The glamor of the gay nightlife has lured you
A7
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D
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To the places where the wine and liquor flow
D7
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Where you wait to be an_ ybody's ba_ by
A7
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D
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And for_ get the truest love you'll ever know
Chorus 2
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I didn't know
G
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God made Honky Tonk angels
A7
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D
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I might have known you'd never make a wife
D7
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G
G

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You gave up the only one that ever loved you
A7
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And went back to the wild side of life

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Chords

  • A7

  • D

  • G

  • D7

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of The Wild Side Of Life?

The original key of The Wild Side Of Life by Hank Thompson is D major.

What are the main chords for The Wild Side Of Life?

The primary chords used in The Wild Side Of Life are A, D, G, D7.

Do I need a capo to play The Wild Side Of Life?

No capo is required for this song.

Is The Wild Side Of Life beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like A, D, G, D7, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

Are there official chords for The Wild Side Of Life?

If the simplified chords are too easy, you can visit the original chords page for a more advanced arrangement.

What is the tempo (BPM) of The Wild Side Of Life?

The tempo of The Wild Side Of Life is approximately 118 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for The Wild Side Of Life?

You can easily change the key of The Wild Side Of Life 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 Wild Side Of Life?

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

Is there a tuner available for The Wild Side Of Life?

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 Hank Thompson.

Can I save The Wild Side Of Life to play later?

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

Can I access the guitar chords for The Wild Side Of Life for free?

You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for The Wild Side Of Life by Hank Thompson on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.