Hey There Delilah Guitar Chords

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Key
D Major
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · F#m · Bm · G · A
How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the main chords

The verse uses D and F#m. The chorus adds Bm, G, and A.

2
Fingerpicking pattern

Use a simple fingerpicking pattern: thumb on bass note, then pluck strings 3-2-1 in sequence.

3
Keep it gentle

This is a love song. Play softly and let the vocals carry the emotion.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D
Hey there Delilah, what’s it like in New York City?
F#m
I’m a thousand miles away but girl, tonight you look so pretty.
D F#m
Yes you do. Times Square can’t shine as bright as you.
D
I swear it’s true.
 

Chorus

 
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.