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Waltzing Matilda

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Waltzing Matilda by Jimmie Rodgers in the key of C

Intro
  C   F   C   G
  C

Verse
COnce A Jolly SwagEman Sat Beside The BiAmllabong,       F​
CUnder The Shade Of A Coulibah TreeG​
And He Sang ACs He Sat And WaEited By TheAm Billabong,           F​
CYou'll Come A Waltzinn Matilda WiGth
CMe

Verse 2
Waltzing Matilda, Waltzing Matilda,
You'll Come A Waltzing Matilda With Me
CAnd He Sang As He Sat And WaiEted By The Billabong,              F​
CYou'lll Come A Waltzing Matilda WiGth
CMe

Verse 3
CDown Came A JumbuckE To Drink Beside TAmhe Billabong              F​
CUp Jumped The Swagman And Seized Him With GleGe
And He Sang ACs He Tucked JumbEuck In HisAm Tuckerbag            F​
C'You'll Come A Waltzing Matilda WiGth Me             C​

Instruments
  C   F   C   Em
  G   C   Am   F
  C   G   C   C#
  G#

Hook
C#Down Came The Stockman, RidiEng On His ThorA#moughbred          F#​
C#Down Came The Troopers, One, Two, Three    G#​
C#Where's The Jolly Jumbuck YouE've Got In Your TuckerbA#mag                      F#​
C#You'll Come A Waltzing Matilda With G#Me                   C#​

Verse 4
DUp Jumped The Swagman AF#nd Plunged Into The BBmillabong                  G​
DYou'll Never Catch Me Alive, Cried AHe
And His Ghost May Be HeaDrd As YouF# Ride Beside The BillBmabong                      G​
DYou'll Come A Waltzing Matilda WiAth Me               D​
Also available in: Ab (Original) D E G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Waltzing Matilda?

The chords for Waltzing Matilda are: C, F, G, E, Am, Em, C#, G#, A#m, F#, D, Bm

What is the original key of Waltzing Matilda?

The original key is Ab.

What is the difficulty of playing Waltzing Matilda?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Waltzing Matilda in another key?

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

Can Waltzing Matilda be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Waltzing Matilda on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Waltzing Matilda?

Waltzing Matilda uses 12 chords: C, F, G, E, Am, Em, C#, G#, A#m, F#, D, Bm

What is the easiest way to play Waltzing Matilda?

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 Waltzing Matilda released in?

Waltzing Matilda was released in the 1950s. See more 1950s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Waltzing Matilda?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Waltzing Matilda 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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