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Jealous Guy

Donny Hathaway

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Jealous Guy by Donny Hathaway in the key of E

Level: Advanced Decade: 1970s Genre: R&B / Soul Theme: Heartbreak Mood: Sad / Melancholy View Lyrics Youtube 
Instruments (Piano Melody)
  E C#m   B   B7   C#m

Verse 1
  E I WasC#m Dreaming Of A Past   B  And My HeB7art Was Beating Fast                      C#m​
  C#m  I A#m7(b5)Began To Lose ContrBol         IC#m BegC#m/Ban To Lose Control      A​

Hook 1
  E I Didn′T MeDan To Hurt You A        B  And I'Em Sorry I MaDde You Cry                  Gmaj7​
  E I Didn′T WaB/D#nt To HurtC#m You   C#m/B              A      B       I'mE Just A JeaElous Guy

Verse 2
  E I WasC#m Feeling Insecure     B        YouB7 Might Not Want Me Anymore                  C#m​
  C#m I WA#m7(b5)as Shivering Inside B          C#m  I E7/BWas Shivering Inside  A     A7​

Hook 2
  E I Didn′T MeDan To Hurt You A        B  And I′EM Sorry I MaDde You Cry                  Gmaj7​
  E I Didn't WaB/D#nt To HurtC#m You, No I Didn′T    C#m/B               A    B   I'm JustE A Jealous EGuy

Instruments (Piano Melody)
  E C#m   B   B7   C#m
  C#m A#m7(b5)   B7   C#m E7/B   A7

Hook 3
  E I Didn′T MeDan To Hurt You A(No, No)        AnBd I'm SEorry I MadDe You Cry~                     Gmaj7​
  E I Didn′T WaB/D#nt To HurtC#m You   C#m/B              A      B       I'mE Just A JeaElous Guy

Outro (Live Version)
        A     B       I′ME Just A JeaElous Guy         A    B           EI'm Just A EJealous Guy, Yes, I Am
        A     B       I′ME Just A JeaElous Guy         A    B     I Don'Et Want NoboEdy Looking At You
        A    B 'Cause I′EM A JealousE Guy, Baby (Oh-Oh~A)     B    E          E​
        A     B       I′ME Just A JeaElous Guy, Yeah   A   (OoBh-Ooh)E          E​
Also available in: G (Original) C D A

FAQ

What are the chords for Jealous Guy?

The chords for Jealous Guy are: E, C#m, B, B7, A#m7(b5), C#m/B, A, D, Gmaj7, B/D#, E7/B, A7

What is the original key of Jealous Guy?

The original key is G.

What is the difficulty of playing Jealous Guy?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Jealous Guy in another key?

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

Can Jealous Guy be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Jealous Guy on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Jealous Guy?

Jealous Guy uses 12 chords: E, C#m, B, B7, A#m7(b5), C#m/B, A, D, Gmaj7, B/D#, E7/B, A7

What is the easiest way to play Jealous Guy?

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 Jealous Guy released in?

Jealous Guy was released in the 1970s. See more 1970s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Jealous Guy?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Jealous Guy 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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