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Blackbird

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Blackbird by Gregory Porter in the key of E

Intro
| E | Emaj7 | E | Emaj7 |
| E | Emaj7 | E | Emaj7 |

Verse 1
EBlackbird Singing In The Dead Of Emaj7Night
ATake These Broken EWings, Learn To AmFly
EAll Your Amaj7Life
AYou Were Only F#m7Waiting, For This MBoment To ArEise    E​

Verse 2
EBlackbird Singing In The Dead Of Emaj7Night
ATake These Sunken EEyes, Learn To AmSee  C​
EAll Your Amaj7Life
AYou Were EOnly F#m7Waiting, For This MBoment To Be FEree

Chorus
DBlacAmaj7kbird FlyE,  D BlaAmaj7ckbird FlEy,
EInto The Light Of A Dark Black GNightF#   Fmaj7​

Break
 E   Emaj7       E   Emaj7       Woh!

Verse 3
EBlackbird Singing In The Dead Of Emaj7Night
ATake These Broken EWings And Oh AmLearn To Fly
EAll Your Amaj7Life
AYou Were EOnly F#m7Waiting, For This MBoment To ArEise   Oh Emaj7Yeah!

Verse 4
EBlackbird Singing In The Dead Of Emaj7Night
Well Now ATake These ESunken Eyes And AmLearn To See
EAll Your Amaj7Life
AYou Were EOnly F#m7Waiting, For This MBoment To Be FEree   Emaj7Yeah!

Interlude
| E       | E         | A    | C#m A  |
| B Amaj7 | Amaj7 F#   | B7 E |
| E       | E         | A    | C#m A  |
| E Amaj7 | Amaj7 F#m7 | B7 E |
 E         Emaj7           E     MEmaj7h, Mh ,Mh

Verse 1
EBlackbird Singing In The Dead Of Emaj7Night
ATake These Broken EWings, Learn To AmFly
EAll Your Amaj7Life
AYou Were EOnly F#m7Waiting, For This MBoment To ArEise    Emaj7​

Verse 2
EBlackbird Singing In The Dead Of Emaj7Night
ATake These Sunken EEyes, Learn To AmSee  C​
EAll Your Amaj7Life
AYou Were EOnly F#m7Waiting, For This MBoment To Be FEree

Coda
Oh, AYou Were EOnly F#m7Waiting, For This MBoment To Be FEree
Nanana, AYou Were EOnly F#m7Waiting, For This MBoment To Be FEree
Go Ahead And AFly! E   F#m   Wo'oB'oEh! Blackbird Fly  E  F#m  Wo'o'BohE!
AYou Were EOnly F#m7Waiting, Wo'oB'oEh!
AYou Were EOnly F#m7Waiting, For This MBoment To Be FEree
AYou Were EOnly F#m7Waiting, For This MBoment... TAo Be FEree
Also available in: C (Original) D G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Blackbird?

The chords for Blackbird are: E, Emaj7, A, Am, Amaj7, F#m7, B, C, D, G, F#, Fmaj7

What is the original key of Blackbird?

The original key is C.

What is the difficulty of playing Blackbird?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Blackbird in another key?

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

Can Blackbird be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Blackbird on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Blackbird?

Blackbird uses 12 chords: E, Emaj7, A, Am, Amaj7, F#m7, B, C, D, G, F#, Fmaj7

What is the easiest way to play Blackbird?

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 Blackbird released in?

Blackbird was released in the 2010s. See more 2010s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Blackbird?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Blackbird 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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