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Been listening to this, so decided to find the tabs. 
CmI was born BbthFe Abdevil’s suCmnBb  F  Cm  
Yes my dad, Bbhe gaFve my AbnameCm  
BbNo my Fmama kCmeeps saying
EbRun to the desert 
BbYou will see all that Fyou need to see
EbRun to the desert
BbYou will be all that yFou need to be
Chorus
Cm   Gm    Gm7 F

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The story behind the song

"Desert Song" comes from Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, a folk-rock band known for their roots rock, folk, gospel, and psychedelic influences, often evoking the hippie movement. The group's sound is led by singer Alex Ebert, whose early writings about a messianic figure named Edward Sharpe inspired the band's name. This track appeared on their debut album, Up from Below. It plays like a journey through a vast and open emotional landscape.

AI-written from these sources:Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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Desert Song

by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros

Lyrics & chords · Original key

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Gm7

Been listening to this, so decided to find the tabs.

Cm Bb F Ab Cm Bb F Cm

I was born the devil’s sun

Bb F Ab Cm

Yes my dad, he gave my name

Bb F Cm

No my mama keeps saying

Run to the desert

Bb F

You will see all that you need to see

Run to the desert

Bb F

You will be all that you need to be

Chorus

Cm Gm Gm7 F

About Desert Song Chords by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros

Learn how to play Desert Song by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Desert Song chords”, “Desert Song guitar chords”, or “Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros Desert Song 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 Desert Song chords and for experienced players who want accurate Desert Song lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Cm, Bb, F, Ab, Eb, Gm.

FAQ — Desert Song by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros

How do I play "Desert Song" by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Desert Song" by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros 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.

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Can I transpose "Desert Song" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Desert Song"?

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

Is "Desert Song" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Desert Song" by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros below.

What key is "Desert Song" in?

The chords for "Desert Song" show the original chord names (including Cm, Bb, F, Ab, Eb, Gm). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.