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Key: F# minor•
Intro 1
F#m
F#m
2

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E

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D
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F#
F#
2

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F#m
F#m
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E

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E

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F#
F#
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Verse 1
F#m
F#m
2

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E

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Yo pretty ladies around the world
D
D

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E

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Got a weird thing to show you
F#
F#
2

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So tell all the boys and girls
F#m
F#m
2

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Tell your brother, your sister
E
E

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and your mamma too
D
D

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E
E

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'Cause we're about to go down
F#
F#
2

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And you know just what to do
F#m
F#m
2

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E
E

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Wave your hands in the air like you don't care
D
D

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E

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Glide by the people
F#
F#
2

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as they start to look and stare
F#m
F#m
2

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Do your dance, do your dance,
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E

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D
D

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do your dance quick mam- ma
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E

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F#
F#
2

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Come on baby tell me what's the word
Chorus 1
F#7sus4
F#7sus4
2

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E#7
E#7

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E7sus4
E7sus4

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E7
E7

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Word up everybody say
D
D

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E
E

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When you hear the call you've got to
F#
F#
2

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get it underway
F#7sus4
F#7sus4
2

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E#7
E#7

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Word up
E7sus4
E7sus4

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E7
E7

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it's the code word
D
D

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E
E

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No matter where you say it
F#
F#
2

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you know that you'll be heard
Verse 2
F#m
F#m
2

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Now all you sucker DJ's
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E

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who think you fly
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D

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E
E

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There's got to be a reason
F#
F#
2

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and we know the reason why
F#m
F#m
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You try to put on those Airs
E
E

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and you act real cool
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D

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E
E

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But you got to realize
F#
F#
2

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that you're acting like fools
F#m
F#m
2

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If there's music we can use it
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E

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You're free to dance
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D

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E

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We don't have the time
F#
F#
2

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for psychological romance
F#m
F#m
2

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No romance, no romance,
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E

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D
D

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no romance for me mam- ma
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E

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F#
F#
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Come on baby tell me what's the word
Chorus 2
F#7sus4
F#7sus4
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E#7
E#7

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E7sus4
E7sus4

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E7
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Word up everybody say
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E
E

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When you hear the call you've got to
F#
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get it underway
Interlude 1
F#m7
F#m7
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F#m7
F#m7
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F#m7
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F#m7
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F#m7
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F#m7
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F#m7
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F#m7
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Interlude 2
F#5
F#5
2

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B5
B5
2

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F#5
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B5
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2

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F#5
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2

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Dial L for love
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F#5
2

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F#5
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F#5
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B5
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F#5
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Interlude 3
F#7sus4
F#7sus4
2

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E#7
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E7sus4
E7sus4

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E7
E7

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D
D

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E
E

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F#
F#
2

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F#7sus4
F#7sus4
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E#7
E#7

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E7sus4
E7sus4

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E

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F#
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2

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Bridge 1
F#5
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B5
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F#5
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W- O- R- D up
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2

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2

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B5
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F#5
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W- O- R- D up
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2

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B5
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2

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F#5
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W- O- R- D up

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B5
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W- O- R- D up
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B5
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F#5
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W- O- R- D up
Interlude 4
F#m
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F#
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F#m
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F#
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F#7sus4
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F#
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Outro 1
F#5
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Chords

  • F#m

    2

  • E

  • D

  • F#

    2

  • F#7sus4

    2

  • E#7

  • E7sus4

  • E7

  • F#m7

    2

  • F#5

    2

  • B5

    2

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Word Up?

The original key of Word Up by Cameo is F# minor.

What are the main chords for Word Up?

The primary chords used in Word Up are F#m, E, D, F#, F7, E7.

Do I need a capo to play Word Up?

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

Is Word Up beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

Are there official chords for Word Up?

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 Word Up?

The tempo of Word Up is approximately 117 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Word Up?

You can easily change the key of Word Up 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 Word Up?

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

Is there a tuner available for Word Up?

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 Cameo.

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