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Ether

Gang of Four

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Ether by Gang of Four in the key of G

Level: Beginner Decade: 1970s Genre: Punk Theme: Social / Rebellion Mood: Energetic / Aggressive View Lyrics Youtube 
"Ether" By Gang Of Four Off Their 1979 Album Entertainment!

Notes: The First Three Bars Of The Outro Tab Are The Same As The Bridge.
Also, The Chords In Brackets, E.g. (A5), Are Merely Implied And Optional.

Chords
G5= x022xx or          F5= xxx033
G = x0222x             A#maj7= xxx500
G6= xxxx22             D4= 022200
C4= xxxx33

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Intro
(Bass Only)
1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

   G1 + 2 +G6 3 C4+ 4 +G   1 + F52 + 3 + 4G +   1 G6+ 2C4 + 3 G+ 4 +  A#maj7 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 E + A 2 E + A 3 E + A 4 E + A

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

Verse 1
TG5rapped In Heaven Life Style (Locked In Long Kesh)
NG5ew Looking Out For Pleasure (H-Block Torture)
IG5t's At The End Of The Rainbow (White Noise In)
TG5he Happy Ever After (A White Room)

Chorus
G  Dirt BG6ehiC4nd ThGe DaydrF5eam
G  Dirt BG6ehiC4nd ThGe DaydrF5eam
G  The HappyG6 EvC4er G After
G  Is At TheG6 EnC4d Of TGhe RainA#maj7bow

Verse 2
DG5ig At The Root Of The Problem (Fly The Flag On Foreign Soil)
IG5t Breaks Your New Dreams Daily (H-Block Long Kesh)
FG5athers Contradictions (Censor Six Counties' News)
AG5nd Breaks Your New Dreams Daily (Each Day More Deaths)

Chorus
G  Dirt BG6ehiC4nd ThGe DaydrF5eam
G  Dirt BG6ehiC4nd ThGe Daydream
G  The HappyG6 EvC4er G AftF5er
G  Is At TheG6 EnC4d Of TGhe RainF5bow

Bridge
WD4hite Noise In A White Room
WD4hite Noise In A White Room
WD4hite Noise In A White Room
A#maj7  White Noise In A White Room

Break 1
1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 +(3  +  A)

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 E + A 2 E + A 3 E + A 4 E + A

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

Verse 3
TG5rapped In Heaven Life Style (Locked In Long Kesh)
NG5ew Looking Out For Pleasure (H-Block Torture)
IG5t's At The End Of The Rainbow (White Noise In)
TG5he Happy Ever After (A White Room)

Chorus
G  Dirt BG6ehiC4nd ThGe DaydrF5eam
G  Dirt BG6ehiC4nd ThGe Daydream
G  The HappyG6 EvC4er G AftA#maj7er
G  Is At TheG6 EnC4d Of TGhe RainA#maj7bow

Verse 4
DG5ig At The Root Of The Problem (Fly The Flag On Foreign Soil)
IG5t Breaks Your New Dreams Daily (H-Block Long Kesh)
FG5athers Contradictions (Censor Six Counties' News)
AG5nd Breaks Your New Dreams Daily (Each Day More Deaths)

Chorus
G  Dirt BG6ehiC4nd ThGe DaydrF5eam
G  Dirt BG6ehiC4nd ThGe DaydrF5eam
G  The HappyG6 EvC4er G After
G  Is At TheG6 EnC4d Of TGhe RainA#maj7bow

Break 2
1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +   1 + 2 +(3  +  A)

Outro
G  G6   C4   G     There May BeG Oil
G(Now LookingG6 OuC4t FoGr Pleasure)
Under RockalGl
G(It's At TheG6 EnC4d Of ThGe Rainbow)
There May Be OiGl
G(The HappyG6 EvC4er G After)
Under RockalGl
G(It's CorkedG6 UpC4 With ThGe Ether)
There May Be OiGl
G(It's CorkedC4 Up With ThGe Ether)
Under RockalGl
G(It's CorkedG6 UpC4 With ThGe Ether)
There May Be GOil
Also available in: A (Original) C D E

FAQ

What are the chords for Ether?

The chords for Ether are: G5, F5, G, A#maj7, G6, D4, C4

What is the original key of Ether?

The original key is A.

What is the difficulty of playing Ether?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play Ether in another key?

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

Can Ether be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Ether on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Ether?

Ether uses 7 chords: G5, F5, G, A#maj7, G6, D4, C4

What is the easiest way to play Ether?

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 Ether released in?

Ether was released in the 1970s. See more 1970s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Ether?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Ether 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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