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Hey Everyone just saw this wasn't on any website or anything and its a great song so I 
just thought I'd share the Love
Standard Tuning
Ed Sheeran - Smile
Intro- E,A  
Verse
EJust give me a pen and Ill write my worries
Now and again Ill try and C#not see that Byou dont carEe
ETaking the time to taste and savour
Lifes bitter wine and childish behavioC#ur
BBut you dont carEe
Chorus
AAnd hey I dont speak Ethat language of youtBh
AAnd hey oh not the onEe that speaks trutBh
AAnd hey EI lay in this Bworld for a whileA  
AWhen all is Blost just smilEe
Verse
ETheyve written the dates and the times to follow
See all the fakes that look so holloC#w
BBut you dont carEe
EWhat ever happened to the youth and culture?
Wear chains and the same fecking Lonsdale jumpeC#r
BSo you dont caEre
Chorus
AAnd hey I dont speak Ethat language of youtBh
AAnd hey oh not the onEe that speaks trutBh
AAnd hey EI lay in this Bworld for a whileA  
AWhen all is Blost just smilEe
Hope You Enjoyed :)

All chords in this song (4)

The story behind the song

"Smile" appears on Ed Sheeran's early release, "Want Some?". Sheeran began writing songs around age eleven, and this track is an example of his foundational work before his major label debut. It offers a glimpse into the raw artistry that would later define his sound. Playing this song connects you to the origins of a songwriter known for his heartfelt and often intimate compositions.

AI-written from these sources:Ed Sheeran — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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Smile

by Ed Sheeran

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Chords in this song · guitar

Hey Everyone just saw this wasn't on any website or anything and its a great song so I

just thought I'd share the Love

Standard Tuning

Ed Sheeran - Smile

E A

Intro- ,

Verse

Just give me a pen and Ill write my worries

C# B E

Now and again Ill try and not see that you dont care

Taking the time to taste and savour

Lifes bitter wine and childish behaviour

B E

But you dont care

Chorus

A E B

And hey I dont speak that language of youth

A E B

And hey oh not the one that speaks truth

A E B A

And hey I lay in this world for a while

A B E

When all is lost just smile

Verse

Theyve written the dates and the times to follow

See all the fakes that look so hollow

B E

But you dont care

What ever happened to the youth and culture?

Wear chains and the same fecking Lonsdale jumper

B E

So you dont care

Chorus

A E B

And hey I dont speak that language of youth

A E B

And hey oh not the one that speaks truth

A E B A

And hey I lay in this world for a while

A B E

When all is lost just smile

Hope You Enjoyed :)

About Smile Chords by Ed Sheeran

Learn how to play Smile by Ed Sheeran with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Smile chords”, “Smile guitar chords”, or “Ed Sheeran Smile 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 Smile chords and for experienced players who want accurate Smile lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include E, A, C#, B.

FAQ — Smile by Ed Sheeran

How do I play "Smile" by Ed Sheeran on guitar?

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Can I transpose "Smile" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Smile"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Smile" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Smile" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Smile" by Ed Sheeran with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Ed Sheeran below.

What key is "Smile" in?

The chords for "Smile" show the original chord names (including E, A, C#, B). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.