Now playing

Shady Lies

Chords

4.94 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

If you hanAded me one, you haB7nded me a thoEusand shady lAies
And if I neB7eded someone, I foEund someone to cDut me down to sAize
With evEery word you sDay, I'm leB7arning every day
'Cause you keep hanDding me those shEady, shady lAies
Don't you wAant me to be just soB7meone you can cEall on when you're dAown
Don't you wB7ant me to be waEiting till you tDurn your head arAound
I thEink I must be mDad, I'm thiB7nking I've been had
'Cause you keep hanDding me those shEady, shady lAies
You're hiEding your smile for the lAast time
Don't menDtion my name when I'm gAoneE  
If you hanAded me one, you haB7nded me a thoEusand shady lAies
And if I neB7eded someone, I foEund someone to cDut me down to sAize
With evEery word you sDay, I'm leB7arning every day
'Cause you keep hanDding me those shEady, shady lAies
'Cause you keep hanDding me those shEady, shady lDiesA  

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

Shady Lies

by Richard Thompson

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

A B7 E A

If you handed me one, you handed me a thousand shady lies

B7 E D A

And if I needed someone, I found someone to cut me down to size

E D B7

With every word you say, I'm learning every day

D E A

'Cause you keep handing me those shady, shady lies

A B7 E A

Don't you want me to be just someone you can call on when you're down

B7 E D A

Don't you want me to be waiting till you turn your head around

E D B7

I think I must be mad, I'm thinking I've been had

D E A

'Cause you keep handing me those shady, shady lies

E A

You're hiding your smile for the last time

D A E

Don't mention my name when I'm gone

A B7 E A

If you handed me one, you handed me a thousand shady lies

B7 E D A

And if I needed someone, I found someone to cut me down to size

E D B7

With every word you say, I'm learning every day

D E A

'Cause you keep handing me those shady, shady lies

D E D A

'Cause you keep handing me those shady, shady lies

About Shady Lies Chords by Richard Thompson

Learn how to play Shady Lies by Richard Thompson with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Shady Lies chords”, “Shady Lies guitar chords”, or “Richard Thompson Shady Lies 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 Shady Lies chords and for experienced players who want accurate Shady Lies lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include A, B7, E, D.

FAQ — Shady Lies by Richard Thompson

How do I play "Shady Lies" by Richard Thompson on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Shady Lies" by Richard Thompson 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 "Shady Lies" by Richard Thompson free?

Yes. The chords for "Shady Lies" by Richard Thompson are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Shady Lies" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Shady Lies"?

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

Is "Shady Lies" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Shady Lies" by Richard Thompson with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Richard Thompson below.

What key is "Shady Lies" in?

The chords for "Shady Lies" show the original chord names (including A, B7, E, D). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.