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Save Me

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Save Me by Tom Petty in the key of C

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

Intro
Cmaj7    Bm7    Cmaj7    Bm7

Verse 1
Honey, Cmaj7Hold Me
Baby, I Would Die If You Should Bm7Lie And Let Me Go
Do You Cmaj7Love Me?
Honey, Can't You See How Much I Bm7Need You For My Own

Chorus
Oh, Honey (Cmaj7Save MDe)
Just Do Me Bm7A Little FaEm7vor, Baby (Cmaj7Save MDe)
Never Bm7Say You Wanna Em7Go (Cmaj7Save MDe)
Just Wrap Bm7Your Arms AEm7round Me (Cmaj7Save MDe)
I'm In TroBm7uble If You Em7Go ACmaj7way

Verse 2
Without You I Would Forever Be Just Bm7Stumbling In The Dark
If You Cmaj7Love Me, Honey, Tell Me So
I Need To Bm7Know Inside My Heart

Chorus
Oh, Honey Cmaj7(Save DMe)
Just Do Me Bm7A Little FaEm7vor, Baby (Cmaj7Save MDe)
Never Bm7Say You Wanna Em7Go (Cmaj7Save MDe)
Just Wrap Bm7Your Arms AEm7round Me (Cmaj7Save MDe)
I'm In TroBm7uble If You Em7Go ACmaj7way

Refrain
I'm In Trouble If You Go ABm7way
If You Em7Leave Me I Just Fade AAm7way
I'm In Trouble If You Go ADway

Guitar Solo
Cmaj7    Bm7    Cmaj7    Bm7

Chorus
Oh, Honey Cmaj7(Save DMe)
Just Do Me Bm7A Little FaEm7vor, Baby (Cmaj7Save MDe)
Never Bm7Say You Wanna Em7Go (Cmaj7Save MDe)
Well, Just Wrap Bm7Your Arms AEm7round Me (Cmaj7Save MDe)
I'm In TroBm7uble If You Em7Go ACmaj7way

Refrain
I'm In Trouble If You Go ABm7way
If You Em7Leave Me I Just Fade AAm7way
I'm In Trouble If You Go ADwaD7y, Baby

Outro
Cmaj7    Bm7    Cmaj7    Bm7
Cmaj7    Bm7    Cmaj7
Also available in: Fmaj7 (Original) D E G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Save Me?

The chords for Save Me are: Cmaj7, Bm7, D, Em7, Am7, D7

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: Cmaj7, Bm7, D, Em7, Am7, D7

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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