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Smile

Charlie Chaplin

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

Level: Advanced Decade: 1930s Genre: Ballad / Slow Rock Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Sad / Melancholy View Lyrics Youtube 
A1
SmEile, Though Your Heart Is AchiEng. Smile, Even Though ItE’s Breaking.       E​
WhEen There Are Clouds In TEdimhe Sky You’ll Get F#mBy,               C#7(b9)​

B
If You SmileF#m Through Your Fear And SorrowF#m. Smile And Maybe TomorrAmow,              D7​
YoEu’ll See The Sun ComEe Shining Through For You.    F#m                 B7​

A2
LiEght Up Your Face WithE Gladness. Hide Every Trace OfE Sadness,         E​
AlEthough A Tear MaEdimy Be Ever So NeaF#mr,         C#7(b9)​

C
That’s The Time YouF#m Must Keep On Trying.F#m Smile What’s The Use OAmf Crying.            D7​
YoEu’ll Find That Life Is SEtill Worthwhile, If YoF#mu’ll Just    B7​
SmEile. F#m7     B7​

Instruments A1
  E   E   E   E
  E   Edim   F#m   C#7(b9)

Instruments B
  F#m   F#m   Am   D7
  E   E   F#m   B7

Instruments C
  F#m   F#m   Am   D7
  E   E   F#m   B7
  E   F#m7 B7
Also available in: F (Original) C D G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Smile?

The chords for Smile are: E, Edim, F#m, C#7(b9), Am, D7, B7, F#m7

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: E, Edim, F#m, C#7(b9), Am, D7, B7, F#m7

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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