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Sparrow

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Tuning: Standard
capo: 3rd fret
play: Em
key: Gm
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CHORDS
          E-A-D-G-B-e
Em/C#     x-4-x-0-0-0
Em/D      x-x-0-0-0-0
Em/G      x-x-x-0-0-0
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[Intro]
|  Em/C#   Em/D   Em/G| % | % | % |  Em|  Em|
[Verse 1]
EmWho   Dwill love a little sparrow?
Who's traveled Cfar and cries for Drest?
"Not EmI," said the AOak Tree,
"I Dwon't share my Bmbranches with Ano sparrow's nest
And my Dblanket of Bmleaves won't Awarm her cold Embreast."
[Verse 2]
EmWho   Dwill love a little sparrow?
And who will Cspeak a kindly Dword?
"Not EmI," said the ASwan,
"The enDtire iBmdea is Autterly absurd,
I'd be Dlaughed at and Bmscorned if the Aother Swans Emheard."
[Interlude]
|  Em/C#   Em/D   Em/G| % | % | % |  Em|  Em|
[Verse 3]
EmWho   Dwill take pity in his heart
And who will Cfeed a starving Dsparrow?
"Not EmI," said the AGolden Wheat,
"I Dwould if I Bmcould but I Acannot I know,
I Dneed all my Bmgrain to Aprosper and Emgrow."
[Verse 4]
EmWho   Dwill love a little sparrow?
Will no one Cwrite her euloDgy?
"I wiEmll," said the AEarth,
"For Dall I've creBmated reAturns unto me,
From Ddust were ye Bmmade and Adust ye shall Embe."
[Outro]
|  Em/C#   Em/D   Em/G| % | % | % |  Em|  Em| Em  
                              (ritardando)

All chords in this song (8)

The story behind the song

This song comes from Simon & Garfunkel, the iconic American duo known for their distinctive harmonies and Paul Simon's songwriting. While the provided information doesn't delve into the specific meaning of "Sparrow," the duo's catalog often explores themes of introspection, social commentary, and poignant storytelling. Playing this song, you might tap into the reflective and melodic spirit that defines much of their work.

AI-written from these sources:Simon & Garfunkel — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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Sparrow

by Simon & Garfunkel

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

Em/C#

Em/D

Em/G

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

Tuning: Standard

capo: 3rd fret

play: Em

key: Gm

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

CHORDS

E-A-D-G-B-e

Em/C# x-4-x-0-0-0

Em/D x-x-0-0-0-0

Em/G x-x-x-0-0-0

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

[Intro]

Em/C# Em/D Em/G Em Em

| | % | % | % | | |

[Verse 1]

Em D

Who will love a little sparrow?

C D

Who's traveled far and cries for rest?

Em A

"Not I," said the Oak Tree,

D Bm A

"I won't share my branches with no sparrow's nest

D Bm A Em

And my blanket of leaves won't warm her cold breast."

[Verse 2]

Em D

Who will love a little sparrow?

C D

And who will speak a kindly word?

Em A

"Not I," said the Swan,

D Bm A

"The entire idea is utterly absurd,

D Bm A Em

I'd be laughed at and scorned if the other Swans heard."

[Interlude]

Em/C# Em/D Em/G Em Em

| | % | % | % | | |

[Verse 3]

Em D

Who will take pity in his heart

C D

And who will feed a starving sparrow?

Em A

"Not I," said the Golden Wheat,

D Bm A

"I would if I could but I cannot I know,

D Bm A Em

I need all my grain to prosper and grow."

[Verse 4]

Em D

Who will love a little sparrow?

C D

Will no one write her eulogy?

Em A

"I will," said the Earth,

D Bm A

"For all I've created returns unto me,

D Bm A Em

From dust were ye made and dust ye shall be."

[Outro]

Em/C# Em/D Em/G Em Em Em

| | % | % | % | | |

(ritardando)

About Sparrow Chords by Simon & Garfunkel

Learn how to play Sparrow by Simon & Garfunkel with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Sparrow chords”, “Sparrow guitar chords”, or “Simon & Garfunkel Sparrow 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 Sparrow chords and for experienced players who want accurate Sparrow lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Em, Gm, E, A, D, G.

FAQ — Sparrow by Simon & Garfunkel

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Can I transpose "Sparrow" to a different key?

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

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

Is "Sparrow" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Sparrow" by Simon & Garfunkel with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Simon & Garfunkel below.

What key is "Sparrow" in?

The chords for "Sparrow" show the original chord names (including Em, Gm, E, A, D, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.