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You Was For Real chords by
Doug Sahm
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Key: A major•
Verse 1
A
A

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She said, Doug,
D
D

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why do you do the things you do?
E
E

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All your scarves are all the same
A
A

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You leave all the ladies blue

And this may be the last song
D
D

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I'll ever write for you
E
E

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You was for real
A
A

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I was only playing games
D
D

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The kind of games
A
A

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That only lovers play

The kind of games

Is that no one cares
E
E

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who or what gets in the way?
Verse 2
A
A

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As I sit here with loneliness,
D
D

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weighing all the shame
Verse 3
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E

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You ask for real,
D
D

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A

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I was only play_ ing games
Verse 4
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A

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Make you cry, darlin'
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D

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E

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E

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A
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A
A

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Bm
Bm
2

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A

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D
D

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The kind of games
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A

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that only lovers play

The kind of games

that no one cares
E
E

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Well, what gets in the way?
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As I sat here with loneliness
D
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Weigh_ ing all the shame
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You asked for real
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D

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E

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A
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I was only play_ ing games
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E

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You asked for it,
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A

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I finally played the game

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  • Bm

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of You Was For Real?

The original key of You Was For Real by Doug Sahm is A major.

What are the main chords for You Was For Real?

The primary chords used in You Was For Real are A, D, E, Bm.

Do I need a capo to play You Was For Real?

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

Is You Was For Real beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of You Was For Real?

The tempo of You Was For Real is approximately 102 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for You Was For Real?

You can easily change the key of You Was For Real 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 You Was For Real?

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

Is there a tuner available for You Was For Real?

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 Doug Sahm.

Can I save You Was For Real to play later?

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

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You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for You Was For Real by Doug Sahm on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.