Forever Young Guitar Chords

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Key
G Major
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · D · Em · C

Alphaville’s synth-pop classic has become an anthem for graduations and celebrations. The four-chord progression translates perfectly to acoustic guitar for singalongs.

Synth-Pop Acoustic (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with a steady, even strum. Let each chord ring for a full measure. This song is all about the big, anthemic feel.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G D Em
Let’s dance in style, let’s dance for a while
C
Heaven can wait we’re only watching the skies
G D Em
Hoping for the best but expecting the worst
C
Are you gonna drop the bomb or not
 

Chorus

 
G D Em C
Forever young, I want to be forever young
G D Em C
Do you really want to live forever, forever, forever
G D Em C
Forever young, I want to be forever young
G D Em
Do you really want to live forever
C G
Forever young
 

Verse 2

 
G D Em
Some are like water, some are like the heat
C
Some are a melody and some are the beat
G D Em
Sooner or later they all will be gone
C
Why don’t they stay young