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Hanging Tree

John Waite

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Hanging Tree by John Waite in the key of E

Level: Intermediate Decade: 1990s Genre: Rock Theme: Social / Rebellion Mood: Dark / Gloomy View Lyrics Youtube 
John Waite - Hanging Tree

Intro
Em G Em G Em G C Em

Verse
Yeah EmI Rode With The James GaGng
When EmI Was Just NinetGeen
The Price EmOn My Head WasG Legend
Yeah CSuch Was My NotorieEmty
They EmCall Me Silver DollaGr
Silver EmDollar That Was GMe
Painted EmFaces In TheG Moonshine
CSometimes I'd Ride For EmFree
Silver CDollar That Was EmMe

Verse 2
Me And EmJesus And ColumbusG​
And A EmGood Wells Fargo SpyG​
EmDoomed And Cold We'dG Dream Alone
In A CRooming House Of EmLies
And The CSermon Was A EmLie

Bridge
But AmJudas Wore A Levi CCoat
Had GHungry Mouths To BFeed
My AmSpurs And Boot Heels Touched The CStars
And GOnce More I Was DFree
AmMy Spurs And Boot Heels EmTouched The Stars
And COnce More I Was EmFree

Solo
Em G Em G Em G C Em

Verse 3
Yeah EmI Rode With The James Gang G​
When EmI Was Just Nineteen G​
Navy EmCoats And Compass PonieGs
Took Me CStraight To The Hanging EmTree
COnce More I Was EmFree
COnce More I Was EmFree
Also available in: F#m (Original) C D G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Hanging Tree?

The chords for Hanging Tree are: Em, G, C, Am, B, D

What is the original key of Hanging Tree?

The original key is F#m.

What is the difficulty of playing Hanging Tree?

The difficulty level is Intermediate.

Can I play Hanging Tree in another key?

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

Can Hanging Tree be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Hanging Tree on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Hanging Tree?

Hanging Tree uses 6 chords: Em, G, C, Am, B, D

What is the easiest way to play Hanging Tree?

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 Hanging Tree released in?

Hanging Tree was released in the 1990s. See more 1990s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Hanging Tree?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Hanging Tree 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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