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The Work Song

Basic Guitar Chords & Lyrics for The Work Song by Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass

Capo on 3rd Fret

[Intro] (Use Rapid Downstrums. Chorus Begins When Trumpet Sounds)
Dm

Chorus
Dm F  Dm G
Dm F  A  A7
Dm Dm Dm G
Dm A  A7 Dm

Chorus
Dm F  Dm G
Dm F  A  A7
Dm Dm Dm G
Dm A  A7 Dm

[Interlude] (Chorus Begins When Organ Fades And Trumpet Sounds)
D#m  Em

Chorus
Em G  Em A
Em G  B  B7
Em Em Em A
Em B  B7 Em

[Outro]    (Fade Out On 3Rd Or 4Th Measure)
Em G  Em A
Em G  B  B7
Em Em Em A
Em B
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FAQ

What are the chords for The Work Song?

The chords for The Work Song are: Dm, F, G, A, A7, D#m, Em, B, B7

What is the original key of The Work Song?

The original key is Dm.

What is the difficulty of playing The Work Song?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play The Work Song in another key?

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

Can The Work Song be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play The Work Song on ukulele?

Chord The Work Song can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in The Work Song?

The Work Song uses 9 chords: Dm, F, G, A, A7, D#m, Em, B, B7

What is the easiest way to play The Work Song?

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 The Work Song released in?

The Work Song was released in the 2020s. See more 2020s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for The Work Song?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch The Work Song 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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