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Underneath The Sycamore

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Standard Tuning:
Chords used:
   EADGBe
Am:002210
C: 032010
F: 133211
G: 320033
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Intro:  F  
Verse 1 chords:
  FLying in a Cfield of glass,   Gunderneath the overpass
  FMangled in the Cshards of a mental frame,   Gwoken from a dream by my own name
  FWell I was such a Cwretched man,   Gsearching everywhere for a homeland
  FNow we are unCder the same sun,   Gfeel it through the leaves, let it heal us
Chorus 1 chords:
FWe are the same,   Cwe are both sane Am  
Underneath the sycamorGe
FWe are the same,   Cwe are both saneAm  
Underneath the sycamorGe
Verse 2: use verse 1 chords
We were both broken in our own ways, sifting through the rubble for the wrong things
I know you've got a vengeful heart, I cannot be stopped soon as I start
But you have seen your darkest rooms, I have slept in makeshift tombs
This is where we find our peace, this is where we are released
Chorus 2: use chorus 1 chords
We are the same, we are both sane 
Underneath the sycamore
We are the same, we are both sane
Underneath the sycamore
[repeat chorus 2 more times]
Interlude: [Am - G] repeat several measures
Chorus 3: use chorus 1 chords
We are the same, we are both sane 
Underneath the sycamore
We are the same, we are both sane
Underneath the sycamore

All chords in this song (4)

The story behind the song

"Underneath The Sycamore" comes from Death Cab for Cutie, a band known for their sensitive, introspective songwriting and a melodic blend of indie rock, indie pop, and alternative rock. The band, formed in 1997, built their sound on early releases and saw commercial and critical success in the 2000s, further diversifying their sound with later albums like Codes and Keys, where this song appears. Playing it, you might feel the quiet, reflective mood that often defines their work.

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Underneath The Sycamore

by Death Cab for Cutie

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

Standard Tuning:

Chords used:

EADGBe

:002210

: 032010

: 133211

: 320033

----------------------------------------------------------------

Intro:

Verse 1 chords:

F C G

Lying in a field of glass, underneath the overpass

F C G

Mangled in the shards of a mental frame, woken from a dream by my own name

F C G

Well I was such a wretched man, searching everywhere for a homeland

F C G

Now we are under the same sun, feel it through the leaves, let it heal us

Chorus 1 chords:

F C Am

We are the same, we are both sane

Underneath the sycamore

F C Am

We are the same, we are both sane

Underneath the sycamore

Verse 2: use verse 1 chords

We were both broken in our own ways, sifting through the rubble for the wrong things

I know you've got a vengeful heart, I cannot be stopped soon as I start

But you have seen your darkest rooms, I have slept in makeshift tombs

This is where we find our peace, this is where we are released

Chorus 2: use chorus 1 chords

We are the same, we are both sane

Underneath the sycamore

We are the same, we are both sane

Underneath the sycamore

[repeat chorus 2 more times]

Interlude: [Am - G] repeat several measures

Chorus 3: use chorus 1 chords

We are the same, we are both sane

Underneath the sycamore

We are the same, we are both sane

Underneath the sycamore

About Underneath The Sycamore Chords by Death Cab for Cutie

Learn how to play Underneath The Sycamore by Death Cab for Cutie with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Underneath The Sycamore chords”, “Underneath The Sycamore guitar chords”, or “Death Cab for Cutie Underneath The Sycamore 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 Underneath The Sycamore chords and for experienced players who want accurate Underneath The Sycamore lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Am, C, F, G.

FAQ — Underneath The Sycamore by Death Cab for Cutie

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Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Underneath The Sycamore" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Underneath The Sycamore"?

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Is "Underneath The Sycamore" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Underneath The Sycamore" by Death Cab for Cutie with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Death Cab for Cutie below.

What key is "Underneath The Sycamore" in?

The chords for "Underneath The Sycamore" show the original chord names (including Am, C, F, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.