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Smile

Charlie Chaplin

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Smile by Charlie Chaplin in the key of D

Level: Advanced Decade: 1930s Genre: Ballad / Slow Rock Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Sad / Melancholy View Lyrics Youtube 
A1
SmDile, Though Your Heart Is AchiDng. Smile, Even Though ItD’s Breaking.       D​
WhDen There Are Clouds In TDdimhe Sky You’ll Get EmBy,              B7(b9)​

B
If You SmileEm Through Your Fear And SorroEmw. Smile And Maybe TomoGmrrow,            C7​
YoDu’ll See The Sun ComDe Shining Through For You.    Em                A7​

A2
LiDght Up Your Face WithD Gladness. Hide Every Trace OfD Sadness,         D​
AlDthough A Tear MaDdimy Be Ever So NeaEmr,        B7(b9)​

C
That’s The Time YouEm Must Keep On TryingEm. Smile What’s The UseGm Of Crying.          C7​
YoDu’ll Find That Life Is SDtill Worthwhile, If YoEmu’ll Just   A7​
SmDile. Em7    A7​

Instruments A1
  D   D   D   D
  D   Ddim   Em   B7(b9)

Instruments B
  Em   Em   Gm   C7
  D   D   Em   A7

Instruments C
  Em   Em   Gm   C7
  D   D   Em   A7
  D   Em7 A7
Also available in: F (Original) C E G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Smile?

The chords for Smile are: D, Ddim, Em, B7(b9), Gm, C7, A7, Em7

What is the original key of Smile?

The original key is F.

What is the difficulty of playing Smile?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Smile in another key?

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

Can Smile be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Smile on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Smile?

Smile uses 8 chords: D, Ddim, Em, B7(b9), Gm, C7, A7, Em7

What is the easiest way to play Smile?

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 Smile released in?

Smile was released in the 1930s. See more 1930s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Smile?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Smile 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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