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Dresden

Cold Chisel

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Dresden by Cold Chisel in the key of E

Level: Intermediate Decade: 1980s Genre: Rock Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Dark / Gloomy View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
E B A C#m B
E B A C#m B

Verse 1
C#mThe Morning Breeze Is Off And Gone
AThe Winding Factory G#mStreets Are Clean
C#mOld Ladies Put The Kettle On
AAnd All-Night LecherG#s Pause And Lean
F#mOn Grey Shop Windows, BEverywhere
C#mA Deeper Hum Is In TheC#m Air    B/D#​
EHotel RoBom, A DArifter C#mLeaves No ClBues

Solo
A   B    C#m    C#m B/D#
E B A C#m B
A   B    C#m    C#m B/D#
E B A C#m B

Verse 2
C#mHe Rides A Freight-Train Out Of Town
AAnd Whistles At The G#mIcy Rime
C#mThe Cattle Float Like Thistle-Downs
AAnd God Is On The EdG#ge Of Time
F#mSomewhere Behind A SirBen Wails
C#mThe Freight-Train SoarC#ms Above B/D#The Rails
EThe TravellerB, He's HAard As NaC#mils As The TrBain Sweeps Down The Line

Solo
A   B    C#m    C#m B/D#
E B A C#m B
A   B    C#m    C#m B/D#
E B A C#m B

Verse 3
C#mThe Salmon Season's Here To Stay
AAnd Etched Into Each G#mShoulder-Bone
C#mThe Mark Of Cain Is On Display
AAs Stone Above Each G#Measured Stone
F#mOld Dresden Burns AbBove The Breeze
C#mThe Traveller, He's On C#mHis KneeB/D#s
EHe's Watching BSledge-WingsA Dip And C#mPlay So FarB Above The Holy Throne, Hey Yeah

Solo
A   B    C#m    C#m B/D#
E B A C#m B

Outro
EDresBden ABlueC#ms     B​
(Repeat And Fade)
Also available in: C (Original) D G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Dresden?

The chords for Dresden are: E, B, A, C#m, G#m, G#, F#m, B/D#

What is the original key of Dresden?

The original key is C.

What is the difficulty of playing Dresden?

The difficulty level is Intermediate.

Can I play Dresden in another key?

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

Can Dresden be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Dresden on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Dresden?

Dresden uses 8 chords: E, B, A, C#m, G#m, G#, F#m, B/D#

What is the easiest way to play Dresden?

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 Dresden released in?

Dresden was released in the 1980s. See more 1980s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Dresden?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Dresden 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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