Now playing

Volatile Times

Chords

4.628 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Eminor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

[Intro]
Em G D C
 Em   D   Cx2
[Verse]
AmLook at me, wEmhat have I become
BI am lost I was once a gCentleman
AmBut the thief came out in my EmLondon town
GSo I must leave you now
But I will remeCmber the ups and the downs
[Chorus]
EmGoodbye my friendDs
CGoodbye to the monBmey
EmAdieu to the fuckerDs that thinCk that it's funnyB  
I just want to tEmurn the lights oGn 
in these Cvolatile times
I just want to Emturn the lights oGn 
in these vColatile times
[Verse]
ALook at me in the apocalyEmpse
BMy European guilt, expecting Cinstant fix
AI imagine all the brutal Emservices 
GOf ancient infidels
Of all the woundeCd and the crying witches
[Chorus]
EmGoodbye my friendDs
CGoodbye to the monBmey
EmAdieu to the fuckerDs that thinCk that it's funnyB  
I just want to tEmurn the lights oGn 
in these Cvolatile times
I just want to Emturn the lights oGn 
in these vColatile times
[Bridge]
I drove through counAmtries like a marcEmhing funeral
In the searBch of fools and utCopiasBm  
Along the loAmnely roads with all the eEmmpty human souls
Filling their hGeavy hearts
With slum reCligion and Coca-Cola
EmEvery book is Dread and I'Cm paralyzed
EmEvery fist is Dclenched, bCut I'm so tired
[Chorus]
EmGoodbye my friendDs
CGoodbye to the monBmey
EmAdieu to the fuckerDs that thinCk that it's funnyB  
I just want to tEmurn the lights oGn 
in these Cvolatile times
I just want to Emturn the lights oGn 
in these vColatile (volatile) times
[Outro]
(I just wanna Emturn the lights oGn)  C    Bx6

All chords in this song (8)

🎸 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

Volatile Times

by IAMX

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

[Intro]

Em G D C

Em D C

[Verse]

Am Em

Look at me, what have I become

B C

I am lost I was once a gentleman

Am Em

But the thief came out in my London town

So I must leave you now

But I will remember the ups and the downs

[Chorus]

Em D

Goodbye my friends

C Bm

Goodbye to the money

Em D C B

Adieu to the fuckers that think that it's funny

Em G

I just want to turn the lights on

in these volatile times

Em G

I just want to turn the lights on

in these volatile times

[Verse]

A Em

Look at me in the apocalypse

B C

My European guilt, expecting instant fix

A Em

I imagine all the brutal services

Of ancient infidels

Of all the wounded and the crying witches

[Chorus]

Em D

Goodbye my friends

C Bm

Goodbye to the money

Em D C B

Adieu to the fuckers that think that it's funny

Em G

I just want to turn the lights on

in these volatile times

Em G

I just want to turn the lights on

in these volatile times

[Bridge]

Am Em

I drove through countries like a marching funeral

B C Bm

In the search of fools and utopias

Am Em

Along the lonely roads with all the empty human souls

Filling their heavy hearts

With slum religion and Coca-Cola

Em D C

Every book is read and I'm paralyzed

Em D C

Every fist is clenched, but I'm so tired

[Chorus]

Em D

Goodbye my friends

C Bm

Goodbye to the money

Em D C B

Adieu to the fuckers that think that it's funny

Em G

I just want to turn the lights on

in these volatile times

Em G

I just want to turn the lights on

in these volatile (volatile) times

[Outro]

Em G C B

(I just wanna turn the lights on) x6

About Volatile Times Chords by IAMX

Learn how to play Volatile Times by IAMX with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Volatile Times chords”, “Volatile Times guitar chords”, or “IAMX Volatile Times 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 Volatile Times chords and for experienced players who want accurate Volatile Times lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Em, G, D, C, Am, B.

FAQ — Volatile Times by IAMX

How do I play "Volatile Times" by IAMX on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Volatile Times" by IAMX 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 "Volatile Times" by IAMX free?

Yes. The chords for "Volatile Times" by IAMX are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Volatile Times" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Volatile Times"?

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

Is "Volatile Times" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Volatile Times" in?

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