Chordyes

When Blackbirds Fly

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for When Blackbirds Fly by Michael Frank in the key of G

Instruments
  G   G   D   D
  Csus2   Csus2
  G Csus2   Csus2
  G Csus2   Csus2

Verse 1
When BlackbirGds Fly They Leave Their Lovers GBehind Them                 D                 D​
It's No GSurprise If You're Looking For FaulGts You Can Find Them                  D              D​

Hook 1
Let's FlCsus2/Gy Away So       Csus2/GHigh Away From Here    G    G​
Where The Air And The Water's Clear                D​
 YDou Can Make Bread And I'll Make Beer      Csus2/G             Csus2/G​
Let's FlCsus2/Gy Away   ICsus2/Gnto The Sky Full Of StarsG​
We'll SwiGm In The Rivers On Mars           D​
Bring Your DulcimerD I'll Bring My GuitarCsus2/G                Csus2/G​

Instruments
  G   G   D   D
  Csus2/G   Csus2/G   G   Csus2/G

Verse 2
When BlackbirGds Laugh It's Not Because They'Gve Been Drinking                         D            D​
You're Here IGn My Bed But You Still Haven't Said GWhat You're Thinking                         D              D​

Hook 2
Let's FlCsus2/Gy Away So       Csus2/GHigh Away From Here   G    G​
Into The Stratosphere       D​
 YDou Can Make Bread And I'll Make Beer      Csus2/G             Csus2/G​
Let's FlyCsus2/G Away   InCsus2/Gto The Sky Full Of Stars     G​
We'll MakeG Some Babies On Mars               D​
 Play Your DulcimeDr I'll Play My GuitaCsus2/Gr               Csus2/G​

Verse 3
When BlackGbirds Die They Fall From The Sky TGhey Are Winging                          D          D​
We Take GSo Long To Remember The SongG We Were Singing                        D            D​

Hook 3
Let's FlCsus2/Gy Away So       Csus2/GHigh Away From Here    G    G​
Where The Air And The Water's Clear                D​
 YDou Can Make Bread And I'll Make Beer      Csus2             Csus2​
Let's FlCsus2/Gy Away   ICsus2/Gnto The Sky Full Of StarsG​
Be The Adam AnGd Eve Of Mars             D​
With Your Dulcimer DAnd My Guitar        Csus2/G          Csus2/G​

Ending [Fade]
  G   G   D   D
  Csus2/G   Csus2/G
  G Csus2/G   Csus2/G
  G Csus2/G   Csus2/G
Also available in: A (Original) C D E

FAQ

What are the chords for When Blackbirds Fly?

The chords for When Blackbirds Fly are: G, D, Csus2, Csus2/G

What is the original key of When Blackbirds Fly?

The original key is A.

What is the difficulty of playing When Blackbirds Fly?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play When Blackbirds Fly in another key?

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

Can When Blackbirds Fly be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play When Blackbirds Fly on ukulele?

Chord When Blackbirds Fly can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in When Blackbirds Fly?

When Blackbirds Fly uses 4 chords: G, D, Csus2, Csus2/G

What is the easiest way to play When Blackbirds Fly?

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 When Blackbirds Fly released in?

When Blackbirds Fly was released in the 2010s. See more 2010s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for When Blackbirds Fly?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch When Blackbirds Fly 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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