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Sad But True

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Sad But True by Metallica in the key of G

Intro
G5 G#5 G5 G#5
D#5 D5
D5
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Verse 1
HDeyC5
ID'm Your Life
I'm The One Who TG#5akes YDou There
HeyC5
ID'm Your Life
I'm The One WhoG#5 CareDs
They C5
ThDey Betray
I'm Your Only TG#5rue DFriend Now
They C5
ThDey'll Betray
I'm ForeverG#5 TherDe


Chorus
ID#5'm YouC5r DD#5reamD5, Make You Real
ID#5'm YourC5  Eyes G5When You Must Steal
G#5I'm YoF5ur PG5ainF5  When You Can't FA#5eel
Sad But D#5True

D#5I'm YourC5   DrD#5eam,D5  Mind Astray
D#5I'm YourC5   Eyes G5While You're Away
G#5I'm YouF5r   PaG5in   F5While You Repay
A#5You Know It's Sad But D#5True

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Sad But D5True

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Verse 2
DYoC5u
YDou're My Mask
You're My Cover, G#5My SheDlter
YouC5
YDou're My Mask
You're The One G#5Who'sD Blamed
DoC5
DDo My Work
Do My Dirty WorG#5k, SDcapegoat
Do C5
DDo My Deeds
For You're G#5The ODne Who's Shamed


Chorus
D#5I'm YoC5ur D#5DreaD5m, Make You Real
ID#5'm YourC5  Eyes G5When You Must Steal
G#5I'm YoF5ur PG5ainF5  When You Can't FA#5eel
Sad But D#5True


Bridge
D#5I'm YourC5   DrD#5eam,D5  Mind Astray
D#5I'm YourC5   Eyes G5While You're Away
G#5I'm YouF5r   PaG5in   F5While You Repay
A#5You Know It's Sad But D#5True
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Sad But D5True


Interlude
G5 G#5 G5 G#5 G5
G#5 G5 G#5


Solo
D5
D5 G5 G#5 F5 G#5 G5 G#5 F5 G#5 G5
G#5 F5 G#5 G5 G#5 F5 G#5 G5

D#5I'm YourC5  DD#5reamD5
D#5I'm YourC5  EyeG5s
G#5I'm YouF5r  G5 PaF5in
A#5You Know It's Sad But D#5True


Solo
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Verse 3
DHaC5te
ID'm Your Hate
I'm Your Hate WheG#5n You DWant Love
PayC5
PDay The Price
Pay, For NothinG#5g's FDair
HeC5y
ID'm Your Life
I'm The One WhoG#5 TooDk You Here
HeyC5
ID'm Your Life
And I No LoG#5nger DCare


Chorus 2
D#5I'm YoC5ur D#5DreaD5m, Make You Real
ID#5'm YourC5  Eyes G5When You Must Steal
G#5I'm YoF5ur PG5ainF5  When You Can't FA#5eel
Sad But D#5True

ID#5'm YouC5r TrD#5uth,D5 Telling Lies
ID#5'm YoC5ur ReaG5soned Alibis
G#5I'm F5InsG5ideF5, Open Your Eyes
A#5   I'mD#5   You D5
Sad But D5True

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Also available in: A (Original) C D E

FAQ

What are the chords for Sad But True?

The chords for Sad But True are: G5, G#5, D#5, D5, D, C5, F5, A#5

What is the original key of Sad But True?

The original key is A.

What is the difficulty of playing Sad But True?

The difficulty level is Intermediate.

Can I play Sad But True in another key?

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

Can Sad But True be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Sad But True on ukulele?

Chord Sad But True can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Sad But True?

Sad But True uses 8 chords: G5, G#5, D#5, D5, D, C5, F5, A#5

What is the easiest way to play Sad But True?

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 Sad But True released in?

Sad But True was released in the 1990s. See more 1990s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Sad But True?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Sad But True 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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