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Dresden

Cold Chisel

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

Level: Intermediate Decade: 1980s Genre: Rock Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Dark / Gloomy View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
G D C Em D
G D C Em D

Verse 1
EmThe Morning Breeze Is Off And Gone
CThe Winding Factory BmStreets Are Clean
EmOld Ladies Put The Kettle On
CAnd All-Night LecherBs Pause And Lean
AmOn Grey Shop Windows,D Everywhere
EmA Deeper Hum Is In ThEme Air  D/F#​
GHotel RoDom, A DCrifter EmLeaves No CDlues

Solo
C   D    Em    Em D/F#
G D C Em D
C   D    Em    Em D/F#
G D C Em D

Verse 2
EmHe Rides A Freight-Train Out Of Town
CAnd Whistles At The BmIcy Rime
EmThe Cattle Float Like Thistle-Downs
CAnd God Is On The EdBge Of Time
AmSomewhere Behind A SiDren Wails
EmThe Freight-Train SoaEmrs AbovD/F#e The Rails
GThe TravellerD, He's HCard As NaEmils As The TDrain Sweeps Down The Line

Solo
C   D    Em    Em D/F#
G D C Em D
C   D    Em    Em D/F#
G D C Em D

Verse 3
EmThe Salmon Season's Here To Stay
CAnd Etched Into Each BmShoulder-Bone
EmThe Mark Of Cain Is On Display
CAs Stone Above Each BMeasured Stone
AmOld Dresden Burns ADbove The Breeze
EmThe Traveller, He's OnEm His KnD/F#ees
GHe's Watching DSledge-WingsC Dip And EmPlay So FaDr Above The Holy Throne, Hey Yeah

Solo
C   D    Em    Em D/F#
G D C Em D

Outro
GDresDden CBlueEms    D​
(Repeat And Fade)
Also available in: C (Original) D E A

FAQ

What are the chords for Dresden?

The chords for Dresden are: G, D, C, Em, Bm, B, Am, D/F#

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: G, D, C, Em, Bm, B, Am, D/F#

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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