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Wasteland chords by
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Key: D major•
Intro 1
G
G

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F#m
F#m
2

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F#m
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Em
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Verse 1
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G

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Meet me on
D
D

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the wastelands - later this day
G
G

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A
A

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D
D

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We'll sit and talk and hold hands maybe
Em
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G
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A
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D
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For there's not much else to do in this drab
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G

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F#m
F#m
2

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D

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G
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A
A

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D
D

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and colorless place
A
A

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G
G

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A

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We'll sit amongst the
D
D

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rubber tires
G
G

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Amongst the discarded bric-a-brac
A
A

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D

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A

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G
G

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People People People have no use for - amongst
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A

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Em
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A
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the smoldering embers of yesterday
Verse 2
F#m
F#m
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A
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And when or if the sun shines
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F#m
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Lighting our once beautiful

features
C#
C#
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D

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We'll smile but only for seconds
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G

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For to be caught smiling is to
A
A

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acknowledge life
G
G

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A brave but useless show
F#m
F#m
2

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of compassion
C#
C#
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And that is forbidden in this drab and color
Em
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less world
Interlude 1
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F#m
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F#m
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Em
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A

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Verse 3
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Meet me on the wastelands

- the ones behind
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A

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The old houses - the ones
D
D

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- left standing pre-war
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A
A

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The The ones overshadowed by
D
D

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the monolith monstrosities
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F#m
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Councils call homes
D
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G
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Esus4
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Em
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Verse 4
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And there amongst the
D
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shit - the dirty linen
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G

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A
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The holy Coca-Cola tins -
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the punctured footballs
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The ragged dolls - the
A
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D
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rusting bicycles
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We'll sit and probably
F#m
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D
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hold hands
Verse 5
G
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And watch the rain fall
D
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- watch it - watch it
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D
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Tumble and fall - tumble and falling
F#m
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Like our lives - like our lives
Em
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Just like our lives
Verse 6
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Asus4
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A
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D

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We'll talk about the old days
A
A

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When the wasteland was re
G
G

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A
A

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lease when we could play
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D

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G
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A
A

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And think - without feeling guilty
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G
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Meet me later but we'll have
F#m
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F#m
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to hold hands
G
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F#m
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D
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Tumble and fall - tumble and falling
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F#m
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Like our lives - like our lives
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Em
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A
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Exactly like our lives
D
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Chords

  • G

  • F#m

    2

  • D

  • Em

  • A

  • C#

    4

  • Esus4

  • Asus4

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Wasteland?

The original key of Wasteland by The Jam is D major.

What are the main chords for Wasteland?

The primary chords used in Wasteland are G, F#m, D, Em, A, C#.

Do I need a capo to play Wasteland?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Wasteland beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Wasteland?

The tempo of Wasteland is approximately 136 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Wasteland?

You can easily change the key of Wasteland 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 Wasteland?

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

Is there a tuner available for Wasteland?

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 The Jam.

Can I save Wasteland to play later?

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

Can I access the guitar chords for Wasteland for free?

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