When The Sun Goes Down
The story behind the song
This song tells a story from the perspective of a concerned individual who witnesses the darker side of a city night. It paints a vivid picture of a young woman, implied to be a prostitute, and a "scummy man" who is either her pimp or a client. The lyrics delve into the unsettling reality of prostitution in Sheffield's Neepsend district, originally bearing the working title "Scummy." Playing this song means channeling the raw observation and underlying tension of a street-level narrative.
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When The Sun Goes Down
by Arctic Monkeys
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About When The Sun Goes Down Chords by Arctic Monkeys
Learn how to play When The Sun Goes Down by Arctic Monkeys with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “When The Sun Goes Down chords”, “When The Sun Goes Down guitar chords”, or “Arctic Monkeys When The Sun Goes Down chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy When The Sun Goes Down chords and for experienced players who want accurate When The Sun Goes Down lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include B, D#7, Emaj7, D#m, C#m, F.
FAQ — When The Sun Goes Down by Arctic Monkeys
How do I play "When The Sun Goes Down" by Arctic Monkeys on guitar?
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Is "When The Sun Goes Down" easy to play on guitar?
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What key is "When The Sun Goes Down" in?
The chords for "When The Sun Goes Down" show the original chord names (including B, D#7, Emaj7, D#m, C#m, F). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.