Now playing

Without Permission

Chords

4.510 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Bminor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

Chords:
A
C#m
G
F#
G
Oh, well I just don't know
how you could go without permission.
'Cause where if you're not there,
well, I just don’t care for this omission.
Every moment brings me down when you're not around,
but all I'm asking for is come back for just one day.
So, where did you go?
And… do you now know... how to be happy?
‘Cause here, well it's pretty clear:
when you're not near me, I am unhappy.
Every moment brings me down when you're not around,
but all I'm asking for is come back for just one day.
And make it worth the while, just to see your smile.
That's all I'm asking for.
Oh, I've come to know
you had to go without permission.
'Cause it was how, how I wore you down
and how I dragged you round my sole ambition.
Every moment brings me down when you're not around,
but all I'm asking for is come back for just one day.
And make it worth the while, just to see your smile.
That's all I'm asking for, my dear.

All chords in this song (4)

🎸 Tips from players

Got a tip for playing this song — capo position, easier chords, strumming? Be the first to share one.

Chord Book

670,000+ free guitar chords · free-chords.com

Without Permission

by The National

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

C#m

Chords:

C#m

Oh, well I just don't know

how you could go without permission.

'Cause where if you're not there,

well, I just don’t care for this omission.

Every moment brings me down when you're not around,

but all I'm asking for is come back for just one day.

So, where did you go?

And… do you now know... how to be happy?

‘Cause here, well it's pretty clear:

when you're not near me, I am unhappy.

Every moment brings me down when you're not around,

but all I'm asking for is come back for just one day.

And make it worth the while, just to see your smile.

That's all I'm asking for.

Oh, I've come to know

you had to go without permission.

'Cause it was how, how I wore you down

and how I dragged you round my sole ambition.

Every moment brings me down when you're not around,

but all I'm asking for is come back for just one day.

And make it worth the while, just to see your smile.

That's all I'm asking for, my dear.

About Without Permission Chords by The National

Learn how to play Without Permission by The National with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Without Permission chords”, “Without Permission guitar chords”, or “The National Without Permission 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 Without Permission chords and for experienced players who want accurate Without Permission lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include A, C#m, G, F#.

FAQ — Without Permission by The National

How do I play "Without Permission" by The National on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Without Permission" by The National on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "Without Permission" by The National free?

Yes. The chords for "Without Permission" by The National are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Without Permission" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Without Permission" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Without Permission"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Without Permission" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Without Permission" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Without Permission" by The National with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by The National below.

What key is "Without Permission" in?

The chords for "Without Permission" show the original chord names (including A, C#m, G, F#). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.