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Save Me

Basic Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Save Me by Tom Petty

(From The 2026 Box Set Tom Petty: Origins 1971 - 1978)

Intro
Fmaj7    Em7    Fmaj7    Em7

Verse 1
Honey, Fmaj7Hold Me
Baby, I Would Die If You Should Em7Lie And Let Me Go
Do You Fmaj7Love Me?
Honey, Can't You See How Much I Em7Need You For My Own

Chorus
Oh, Honey (Fmaj7Save MGe)
Just Do Me Em7A Little FaAm7vor, Baby (Fmaj7Save MGe)
Never Em7Say You Wanna Am7Go (Fmaj7Save MGe)
Just Wrap Em7Your Arms AAm7round Me (Fmaj7Save MGe)
I'm In TroEm7uble If You Am7Go AFmaj7way

Verse 2
Without You I Would Forever Be Just Em7Stumbling In The Dark
If You Fmaj7Love Me, Honey, Tell Me So
I Need To Em7Know Inside My Heart

Chorus
Oh, Honey Fmaj7(Save GMe)
Just Do Me Em7A Little FaAm7vor, Baby (Fmaj7Save MGe)
Never Em7Say You Wanna Am7Go (Fmaj7Save MGe)
Just Wrap Em7Your Arms AAm7round Me (Fmaj7Save MGe)
I'm In TroEm7uble If You Am7Go AFmaj7way

Refrain
I'm In Trouble If You Go AEm7way
If You Am7Leave Me I Just Fade ADm7way
I'm In Trouble If You Go AGway

Guitar Solo
Fmaj7    Em7    Fmaj7    Em7

Chorus
Oh, Honey Fmaj7(Save GMe)
Just Do Me Em7A Little FaAm7vor, Baby (Fmaj7Save MGe)
Never Em7Say You Wanna Am7Go (Fmaj7Save MGe)
Well, Just Wrap Em7Your Arms AAm7round Me (Fmaj7Save MGe)
I'm In TroEm7uble If You Am7Go AFmaj7way

Refrain
I'm In Trouble If You Go AEm7way
If You Am7Leave Me I Just Fade ADm7way
I'm In Trouble If You Go AGwaG7y, Baby

Outro
Fmaj7    Em7    Fmaj7    Em7
Fmaj7    Em7    Fmaj7
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FAQ

What are the chords for Save Me?

The chords for Save Me are: Fmaj7, Em7, G, Am7, Dm7, G7

What is the original key of Save Me?

The original key is Fmaj7.

What is the difficulty of playing Save Me?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Save Me in another key?

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

Can Save Me be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Save Me on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Save Me?

Save Me uses 6 chords: Fmaj7, Em7, G, Am7, Dm7, G7

What is the easiest way to play Save Me?

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 Save Me released in?

Save Me was released in the 1970s. See more 1970s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Save Me?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Save Me 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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