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Diamonds

Waylon Jennings & Glen Campbell

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Diamonds by Waylon Jennings & Glen Campbell in the key of E

Level: Beginner Decade: 1970s Genre: Country / Folk Theme: Romance Mood: Romantic View Lyrics Youtube 
Diamonds
As Recorded By Waylon Jennings Feat. Glen Campbell
(1978 Recording From The 2026 Album Diamonds)

Waylon Jennings, Glen Campbell, & Richie Albright speaking in control room
EN.c.
Wj: Ernest Angel Loves Me
E   Gc: Are You Rolling?
N.c.
Ra: Yeah, Yeah
Gc: 1, 2, 1, Come In When You Want ToE​

Verse 1
EDidn’t I Give You Diamonds? Didn’t I Give You Stars?
EGive Up My Drinkin', Fightin' In Bars

Chorus 1
I Have Looked For Ya' AHigh Girl, Looked For Ya'C#m Low
EOh, My Lady, Where Did Ya'A Go?
EOh, My Lady, Where Did Ya'A Go?E​

Verse 2
EDidn’t I Give You Loving? Give It For Free
ENo Pushin' Or Shovin', Just To Make You Love Me

Chorus 2
I Have Looked For Ya' AHigh, Looked For Ya'C#m LowBm​
EOh, My Lady, I Needed Ya'A So
EOh, My Lady, Didn't YouA Know

Instrumental Break
C#m   E      A   C#m E

Verse 3
EDidn’t I Give Ya' Diamonds? Didn’t I Give Ya' Stars?
EGive Up My Drinkin', Fightin' In Bars

Chorus 3
I Have Looked For Ya' AHigh Girl, Looked For Ya'C#m Low
EOh, My Lady, I Needed Ya'A So
EOh, My Lady, I Needed Ya'A SEo

Verse 4
Didn't I Give Ya' ELovin' (Yeah), Give It For Free
ENo Pushin' Or Shovin', Just To Make Ya' Love Me

Guitar Solo
E    A E   A E   A E

Waylon Jennings Speaking
E(Yeah) Glen Campbell Comes To Us, From, Courtesy Of Capitol Records, (Say ItA), He Don't MessE Around
Also available in: D (Original) C G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Diamonds?

The chords for Diamonds are: E, A, C#m, Bm

What is the original key of Diamonds?

The original key is D.

What is the difficulty of playing Diamonds?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play Diamonds in another key?

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

Can Diamonds be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Diamonds on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in Diamonds?

Diamonds uses 4 chords: E, A, C#m, Bm

What is the easiest way to play Diamonds?

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 Diamonds released in?

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

Are there easier chord versions for Diamonds?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Diamonds 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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