Chordyes

Jailhouse Rock

Elvis Presley

Basic Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Jailhouse Rock by Elvis Presley

Level: Advanced Decade: 1950s Genre: Rock Theme: Social / Rebellion Mood: Energetic / Aggressive View Lyrics Youtube 
Instruments
         D
  Eb   Eb D  [x2]

Verse
The WardeEbn Threw A Party In The County Jail         Eb             D​
PrEbison Band Was There And They Began To Wail          Eb                D​
BaEbnd Was Jumpin' And The Joint Began To Swing          Eb                D​
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Should've Heard Those Knocked Out Jailbirds Sing

Hook
Let's RoAb7ck!    Ab7    Everybody Let's Rock!      Eb     Eb​
Everybody InBb7 The Whole Cell Block       WaAb7s A-Dancin' To The JailhEbouse Rock!                             Eb​

Verse 2
SpEbider Murphy Played The Tenor Saxophone           Eb               D​
LiEbttle Joe Was Blowin' On The Slide Trombone     Eb                  D​
The DruEbmmer Boy For Illinois Went Crash, Boom, Bang!    Eb                         D​
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The Whole Rhythm Section Was The Purple Gang

Verse 3
  Eb                                        Eb                 D
Number forty seven said to number three :
"YEbou're The Cutest Jailbird I Ever Did See.Eb                D​
I EbSure Would Be Delighted With Your Company               Eb          D​
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Come On And Do The Jailhouse Rock With Me."

Instruments
  Ab7   Ab7   Eb   Eb
  Bb7   Ab7   Eb   Eb

Verse 4
The SadEb Sack Was A-Sittin' On A Block Of Stone    Eb                    D​
WaEby Over In The Corner Weeping All Alone         Eb            D​
The WarEbden Said: "Hey, Buddy, Don't You Be No Square.             Eb                 D​
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If You Can't Find A Partner Use A Wooden Chair!"

Verse 5
  Eb  Shifty Henry Said To Bugs: "For Heaven's Sakes,    Eb                     D​
    No OneEb's Lookin'; Now's Our Chance To Make A Break         Eb                  D​
    BuEbgsy Turned To Shifty And He Said "Nix, Nix;     Eb                 D​
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    I Wanna Stick Around A While And Get My Kicks.

Ending [Repeat & Fade]
DaEbncin' To The Jailhouse Rock!           Eb​
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FAQ

What are the chords for Jailhouse Rock?

The chords for Jailhouse Rock are: D, Eb, Ab7, Bb7

What is the original key of Jailhouse Rock?

The original key is D.

What is the difficulty of playing Jailhouse Rock?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Jailhouse Rock in another key?

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

Can Jailhouse Rock be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Jailhouse Rock on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Jailhouse Rock?

Jailhouse Rock uses 4 chords: D, Eb, Ab7, Bb7

What is the easiest way to play Jailhouse Rock?

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 Jailhouse Rock released in?

Jailhouse Rock was released in the 1950s. See more 1950s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Jailhouse Rock?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Jailhouse Rock 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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