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Roxanne

The Police

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Roxanne by The Police in the key of A

Level: Advanced Decade: 1970s Genre: Rock Theme: Social / Rebellion Mood: Energetic / Aggressive View Lyrics Youtube 
Instruments
  Am   Am   Am   G   F
  Em   Dm   G   Am      D.]

Verse 1
RoxanAmne   YoGu Don't Have To Put On The RFed Light            Those DaysEm Are DmOver
  G You Don't Have To Sell YourAm Body To The Night                    D​
RoxanAmne    YGou Don't Have To Wear That DrFess Tonight              Walk The StEmreetsDm For Money
  G  You Don't Care AmIf It's Wrong Or If It's Right          D​

Hook
RoxanDmne        YGou Don't Have To Put On The AmRed Light                     Am​
RoxanDmne        YGou Don't Have To Put On The AmRed Light
  Am   Dm    (CRoxanne)     Put On The Red Light
  C  F    G (Roxanne)      Put On The Red Light
  G       (RoxAmanne)      Put On The Red Light
  Am     Dm  (RoCxanne)      Put On The Red Light
  C  F    G (Roxanne)      Put On The Red Light

Instruments
  G   Am   Am
  Am   G   Am   G

Verse 2
I LoAmved You Since I Knew Youi         Wouldn'tG Talk Down TFo You                            Em​
I DmHave To Tell You Just How I Feel   I Won't SGhare You With AAmnother Boy                          D​
I KnAmow My Mind Is Made Up             So Put AGway Your MaFke Up                             Em​
  DmTold You Once I Won't Tell You GAgain  It's A Bad Way          Am                D​

Last-Hook (Fade Out)
RoxanDmne        YGou Don't Have To Put On The AmRed Light                     Am​
RoxanDmne        YGou Don't Have To Put On The AmRed Light
  Am   Dm    (CRoxanne) You Don't Have To Put On The Red Light
  C  F    G (Roxanne)      Put On The Red Light
  G       (RoxAmanne)      Put On The Red Light
  Am     Dm  (RoCxanne)      Put On The Red Light
  C  F    G (Roxanne)      Put On The Red Light
  G       (RoxAmanne)      Put On The Red Light
  Am     Dm  (RoCxanne)      Put On The Red Light
  C  F    G (Roxanne)      Put On The Red Light
  G       (RoxAmanne)      Put On The Red Light
  G      Dm (RoxaCnne)      Put On The Red Light
  C  F   (GRoxanne) You Don't Have To Put On The Red Light
  G       (RoxAmanne)      Put On The Red Light
  Am   Dm    (CRoxanne) You Don't Have To Put On The Red Light
Also available in: Gm (Original) C D E

FAQ

What are the chords for Roxanne?

The chords for Roxanne are: Am, G, F, Em, Dm, D, C

What is the original key of Roxanne?

The original key is Gm.

What is the difficulty of playing Roxanne?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Roxanne in another key?

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

Can Roxanne be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Roxanne on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Roxanne?

Roxanne uses 7 chords: Am, G, F, Em, Dm, D, C

What is the easiest way to play Roxanne?

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 Roxanne released in?

Roxanne was released in the 1970s. See more 1970s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Roxanne?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Roxanne 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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