It Ain’t Me Babe Guitar Chords

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Key
G Major
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Bm · Am

One of Dylan’s most covered songs, with a simple chord structure and iconic lyrics.

Folk (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a harmonica in G for the intro/breaks. The strum pattern is a standard folk strum.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G C
Go away from my window
G C
Leave at your own chosen speed
G C
I’m not the one you want babe
G D
I’m not the one you need
 

Pre-Chorus

 
Bm Am
You say you’re looking for someone
Bm Am
Who’s never weak but always strong
Bm Am
To protect you and defend you
Bm C
Whether you are right or wrong
 

Chorus

 
G C
Someone to open each and every door
G C D
But it ain’t me babe, no no no
G
It ain’t me babe
C D G
It ain’t me you’re looking for
 

Verse 2

 
G C
Go lightly from the ledge babe
G C
Go lightly on the ground
G C
I’m not the one you want babe
G D
I will only let you down