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Key
G Major
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
G · D · Em · F · C
The ultimate Southern rock anthem, “Free Bird” begins as a heartfelt ballad before erupting into one of rock’s most famous guitar solos. Five chords drive this epic classic.
Southern Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: The slow ballad section uses G-D-Em and F-C-D. Keep the tempo relaxed for the verses and let the chords ring out. The fast outro shifts to G-Bb-C repeatedly.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
G D Em
If I leave here tomorrow
F C D
Would you still remember me
G D Em
For I must be traveling on now
F C D
’Cause there’s too many places I’ve got to see
Chorus
F C D
’Cause I’m as free as a bird now
F C D
And this bird you’ll never change
F C D
And this bird you cannot change
F C D
Lord knows I can’t change
G
Lord help me I can’t change
Verse 2
G D Em
Bye bye baby it’s been a sweet love, yeah
F C D
Though this feeling I can’t change
G D Em
But please don’t take it so badly
F C D
’Cause Lord knows I’m to blame