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When Work Is Over chords by
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Key: C major•
Verse 1
Am
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C
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When
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C

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Am
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G
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work
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C
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is over he likes to hit the bars,
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And at the boozer we'll
C
C

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have another jar,
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Because drinking can
C
C

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help ease the strain
C
C

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F
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Of his boring occupation,
Verse 2
F
F

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C

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Dull conversation,
F
F

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C
C

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Living by the book
D
D

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And the rules and regulations.
Verse 3
C
C

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F
F

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Drinking helps us to forget what we are,
C
C

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We leave the office and
F
F

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Fm
Fm

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C
C

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F
F

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walk straight to the bar.
G
G

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Don't stop to think,
F
F

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C
C

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Have another drink!
Interlude 1
C
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C
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Verse 4
C
C

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F
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Drinking helps us to relax with the chaps,
C
C

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F
F

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A double scotch and we forget
C
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F
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Fm
Fm

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where we're at.
G
G

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Don't stop to think
F
F

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G

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Have another drink!
Verse 5
Am
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C
C

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When work is over he likes to hit the bars,
Am
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Go down the boozer and
C
C

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have another jar,
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C

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Because drinking can help ease the strain
F
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C
C

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Of his boring occupation,
Verse 6
F
F

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C

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Dull conversation,
F
F

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C

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Living by the book
D
D

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And the rules and regulations.
Verse 7
F
F

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C
C

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Boring occupations,
F
F

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C

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Dull conversations,
F
F

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C

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Living by the book
D
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And the rules and regulations.
Verse 8
C
C

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F
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Drinking helps us to forget what we are,
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C

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We leave the office and walk straight to the bar,
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Fm
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Don't stop to think,

Have another drink.

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Chords

  • Am

  • C

  • G

  • F

  • D

  • Fm

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of When Work Is Over?

The original key of When Work Is Over by The Kinks is C major.

What are the main chords for When Work Is Over?

The primary chords used in When Work Is Over are Am, C, G, F, D, Fm.

Do I need a capo to play When Work Is Over?

No capo is required for this song.

Is When Work Is Over beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of When Work Is Over?

The tempo of When Work Is Over is approximately 130 beats per minute.

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You can easily change the key of When Work Is 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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Is there a tuner available for When Work Is Over?

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