Now playing

Midnight Blues

Chords

4.88 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Eminor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

MIDNIGHT BLUES
(Charlie Rich)
CHARLIE RICH (PHILLIPS INT. 3576, 1962)
tab by bert of the centuries rockabilly band
Original key is Fm (capo 1st fret)
EmMidnight, you know you're doing me Cwrong
EmKeeping me up all night Glong
EveryEmtime I feel a little bit Cfree
I hear those Gblues, midnight Dblues
Commence to calling Emme
MidEmnight, why don't you leave me aCl-one
I'm Emtrying my best to make a happy Ghome
EveryEmtime I feel a little bit Cfree
I hear those Gblues, midnight Dblues
Commence to calling Emme
Em
   GI just can't help to feel a little bit aEmshamed
   GEverytime I hear you caEm-ll my name
   CI'm blaming you for all the bad things I've Ddone
CStill I will admit that every once in a while it was Dfun
Yeah but midEmnight, don't keep me running aCround
I Emmade up my mind, I'm gonna settle Gdown
EveryEmtime I feel a little bit Cfree
I hear those Gblues, midnight Dblues
GBlues, midnight Cblues
I hear those Gblues, midnight Dblues
Commence to calling Gme
That blues is a Emcalling me
GMidnight blues is a Emcalling me
GThat blues is a Emcalling me
GMidnight blues is a Emcalling me
(fade out)

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

Midnight Blues

by Charlie Rich

Lyrics & chords · Original key · Capo on fret 1 (as written in this song)

Chords in this song · guitar

MIDNIGHT BLUES

(Charlie Rich)

CHARLIE RICH (PHILLIPS INT. 3576, 1962)

tab by bert of the centuries rockabilly band

Original key is Fm (capo 1st fret)

Em C

Midnight, you know you're doing me wrong

Em G

Keeping me up all night long

Em C

Everytime I feel a little bit free

G D

I hear those blues, midnight blues

Commence to calling me

Em C

Midnight, why don't you leave me al-one

Em G

I'm trying my best to make a happy home

Em C

Everytime I feel a little bit free

G D

I hear those blues, midnight blues

Commence to calling me

G Em

I just can't help to feel a little bit ashamed

G Em

Everytime I hear you ca-ll my name

C D

I'm blaming you for all the bad things I've done

C D

Still I will admit that every once in a while it was fun

Em C

Yeah but midnight, don't keep me running around

Em G

I made up my mind, I'm gonna settle down

Em C

Everytime I feel a little bit free

G D

I hear those blues, midnight blues

G C

Blues, midnight blues

G D

I hear those blues, midnight blues

Commence to calling me

That blues is a calling me

G Em

Midnight blues is a calling me

G Em

That blues is a calling me

G Em

Midnight blues is a calling me

(fade out)

About Midnight Blues Chords by Charlie Rich

Learn how to play Midnight Blues by Charlie Rich with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Midnight Blues chords”, “Midnight Blues guitar chords”, or “Charlie Rich Midnight Blues 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 Midnight Blues chords and for experienced players who want accurate Midnight Blues lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Fm, Em, C, G, D.

FAQ — Midnight Blues by Charlie Rich

How do I play "Midnight Blues" by Charlie Rich on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Midnight Blues" by Charlie Rich 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 "Midnight Blues" by Charlie Rich free?

Yes. The chords for "Midnight Blues" by Charlie Rich are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Midnight Blues" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Midnight Blues"?

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

Is "Midnight Blues" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Midnight Blues" by Charlie Rich with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Charlie Rich below.

What key is "Midnight Blues" in?

The chords for "Midnight Blues" show the original chord names (including Fm, Em, C, G, D). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.