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Backstabber

Molly Hatchet

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Backstabber by Molly Hatchet in the key of D

Level: Beginner Decade: 1980s Genre: Rock Theme: Betrayal Mood: Energetic / Aggressive View Lyrics Youtube 
Molly Hatchet - Backstabber

Intro
D C D C A D C A D C

Verse
AmYou Were Alone, I Took You In I Let You Ride For DMeC​
AmSnatched You Up And I Made A Sting I Showed You What Feeling Could Be
CCame Home Tonight To A Barren Room And Find Your Note Of Goodbye
DYou Left Nothing But A Jagged Heart Like EHeartbreak Dripping Down The GBack Of My Shirt

Chorus
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh D  C​
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh D  C​

Verse 2
AmYou Got My Pride And Slashed My Mind And Carved Your Name So DeeDp C​
AmYou Took A Stab At Making Sure Your Memory I'd Always Keep
CI Felt You Rip And Tearing Me Then You Made Me Look
DOnce Sore I Could Hardly Stand My EHeart's Still Beating In The GPalm Of Your Hand

Chorus 2
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh D  C​
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh D  C​

Bridge
DOh, Yeah, You'd Stop Me All The Way
COh, Yeah, You Left Nothing But EBad Blood Dripping From The GTip Of Your Blade

Chorus 3
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh

Solo
Am C D E G

Chorus 4
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh D  C​

Chorus 5
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh D  C​
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh D  C​
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh D  C​
AmOh, DBackstabCber, AmOh D  C​
Also available in: A (Original) C E G

FAQ

What are the chords for Backstabber?

The chords for Backstabber are: D, C, A, Am, E, G

What is the original key of Backstabber?

The original key is A.

What is the difficulty of playing Backstabber?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play Backstabber in another key?

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

Can Backstabber be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Backstabber on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Backstabber?

Backstabber uses 6 chords: D, C, A, Am, E, G

What is the easiest way to play Backstabber?

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 Backstabber released in?

Backstabber was released in the 1980s. See more 1980s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Backstabber?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Backstabber 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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