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Afrikaans

Armand Hofmeyr

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Afrikaans by Armand Hofmeyr in the key of C

Level: Beginner Decade: 2020s Genre: Country / Folk Theme: Social / Rebellion Mood: Energetic / Aggressive View Lyrics Youtube 
Bpm:      158
Released: 19 Sepot 2025
Album:    Kuier

Capo: No

Intro
C
F  C  Am  G
F  C  Gsus4

Verse 1
Mamma Sê Bly FWeg,
Weg Van Die CVensters,
Die CDonker Wil Die Plaas Kom GHaal,
Want Net Ons Praat Ons AmTaal, Ons Geloof Daar CBuite,
Die Onse CVader In My Huis Is GeGraam,
My Moedertaal FWord Vermoor,
WeggeCgooi, Verneder,
En AmAlles Wat Ek Weet Word VerGgete.

Pre-Chorus
Maar Ek Staan By FJou AfriCkaans,
My Hart Is In AmJou AfriGkaans.

Chorus
My FWêreld CIs OmgeGswaai Waar Ek CStaan,
FStaan Voor 'N CDeur Waar Ek GBuite Wil GGaan,
Maar As Ek FDeur Die Vensters CKyk,
GKyk Wat Gaan Hier AmAan,
Bly AfriFkaans AlGtyd In My CHart.

Interlude
F C Am
G F C G

Verse 2
Pappa Sê Staan FSaam,
Saam Jou CMense,
Hou CVas Aan Jou Grond, Jou GeGbede,
Maar Diep In My AmHart Is Ek Seer En GeCbroke,
My CTaal Is My Toekoms, My GLewe,
Dis Niemand Se FBeurt, Sy Tyd,
Sy CSkuld Of Se Keuse,
Ons AmAlmal Het Dieselfde VerGlede.

Pre-Chorus
Maar Ek Staan By FJou AfriCkaans,
My Hart Is In AmJou AfriGkaans.

Chorus
My FWêreld CIs OmgeGswaai Waar Ek CStaan,
FStaan Voor 'N CDeur Waar Ek GBuite Wil GGaan,
Maar As Ek FDeur Die Vensters CKyk,
GKyk Wat Gaan Hier AmAan,
Bly AfriFkaans AlGtyd In My CHart.

Interlude
F C Am G
F C G
F C Am G
F C G

Outro
Ek Staan By FJou AfriCkaans,
My Hart Is In AmJou AfriGkaans,
Ek Staan By FJou AfriCkaans,
My Hart Is In AmJou AfriGkaans.
Also available in: D (Original) E G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Afrikaans?

The chords for Afrikaans are: C, F, Am, G, Gsus4

What is the original key of Afrikaans?

The original key is D.

What is the difficulty of playing Afrikaans?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play Afrikaans in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can Afrikaans be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play Afrikaans on ukulele?

Chord Afrikaans can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Afrikaans?

Afrikaans uses 5 chords: C, F, Am, G, Gsus4

What is the easiest way to play Afrikaans?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was Afrikaans released in?

Afrikaans was released in the 2020s. See more 2020s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Afrikaans?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Afrikaans to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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