Now playing

Always One Step Ahead

Chords

4.85 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Amajor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

(Capo 2)
A  D
C#m D Bm Bm
C#m D Bm Bm
AIt's been my unlucky F#mseason
Trying to find the C#mway to Dget to Bmyou
For every step I C#mtake, you've Dtaken Bmtwo
AMidnight, trees all helter-sF#mkelter 
All the white C#mhouses Din a Bmrow
I thought I heard your C#mvoice a Dstone's Bmthrow
Bm
DThink I'm getting closer, but AI've been mislead
I know that Eyou are always one step Bmahead
DAdding up the miles to Amy discontent
I know that Eyou are always one step Bmahead
And I'm Etrying to find the Away to get to Dyou
A  D
C#m D Bm Bm
C#m D Bm Bm
AI've been living like a F#mstand-in
Hoping one day C#myou will Dwake me Bmup
I memorize the C#mlines, but it's Dnot eBmnough
Bm
DThink I'm getting closer, but AI've been mislead
I know that Eyou are always one step Bmahead
DAdding up the miles to Amy discontent
I know that Eyou are always one step Bmahead
And I'm Etrying to find the Away to get to Dyou
ETrying to find the Away to get to Dyou
Bm D
A Bm
D A
Bm D
A Bm
D A
Bm D
A Bm
D A
E
(N.C.)                        A                   
Think I'm getting closer, but I've been mislead
I know that Eyou are always one step Bmahead
DAdding up the miles to Amy discontent
I know that Eyou are always one step Bmahead
DThink I'm getting closer, Athink I'm getting closer
EYou are always one step Bmahead
ETrying to find the Away to get to Dyou
EIf it's the Alast thing I Ddo                                                

All chords in this song (6)

🎸 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

Always One Step Ahead

by Gold Motel

Lyrics & chords · Original key · Capo on fret 2 (as written in this song)

Chords in this song · guitar

C#m

F#m

(Capo 2)

A D

C#m D Bm Bm

A F#m

It's been my unlucky season

C#m D Bm

Trying to find the way to get to you

C#m D Bm

For every step I take, you've taken two

A F#m

Midnight, trees all helter-skelter

C#m D Bm

All the white houses in a row

C#m D Bm

I thought I heard your voice a stone's throw

D A

Think I'm getting closer, but I've been mislead

E Bm

I know that you are always one step ahead

D A

Adding up the miles to my discontent

E Bm

I know that you are always one step ahead

E A D

And I'm trying to find the way to get to you

A D

C#m D Bm Bm

A F#m

I've been living like a stand-in

C#m D Bm

Hoping one day you will wake me up

C#m D Bm

I memorize the lines, but it's not enough

D A

Think I'm getting closer, but I've been mislead

E Bm

I know that you are always one step ahead

D A

Adding up the miles to my discontent

E Bm

I know that you are always one step ahead

E A D

And I'm trying to find the way to get to you

E A D

Trying to find the way to get to you

Bm D

A Bm

D A

Bm D

A Bm

D A

Bm D

A Bm

D A

(N.C.) A

Think I'm getting closer, but I've been mislead

E Bm

I know that you are always one step ahead

D A

Adding up the miles to my discontent

E Bm

I know that you are always one step ahead

D A

Think I'm getting closer, think I'm getting closer

E Bm

You are always one step ahead

E A D

Trying to find the way to get to you

E A D

If it's the last thing I do

About Always One Step Ahead Chords by Gold Motel

Learn how to play Always One Step Ahead by Gold Motel with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Always One Step Ahead chords”, “Always One Step Ahead guitar chords”, or “Gold Motel Always One Step Ahead 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 Always One Step Ahead chords and for experienced players who want accurate Always One Step Ahead lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include A, D, C#m, Bm, F#m, E.

FAQ — Always One Step Ahead by Gold Motel

How do I play "Always One Step Ahead" by Gold Motel on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Always One Step Ahead" by Gold Motel 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 "Always One Step Ahead" by Gold Motel free?

Yes. The chords for "Always One Step Ahead" by Gold Motel are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Always One Step Ahead" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Always One Step Ahead"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Always One Step Ahead" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Always One Step Ahead" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Always One Step Ahead" by Gold Motel with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Gold Motel below.

What key is "Always One Step Ahead" in?

The chords for "Always One Step Ahead" show the original chord names (including A, D, C#m, Bm, F#m, E). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.