Is Free Chord Book really free?

Yes. Free Chord Book is 100% free with no sign-up required. Access 670,000+ guitar chords, tabs, and lyrics for every song you want to learn.

How do I transpose chords to a different key?

Open any song and use the transpose buttons to move every chord up or down by half-steps. Perfect for singers who need a different key or capo players.

Can I see chord diagrams while I play?

Yes. Tap any chord in a song to instantly see its interactive guitar chord diagram, including alternate fingerings and variations.

What's the difference between guitar chords and guitar tabs?

Chords show you which strings to strum together (great for rhythm playing and singing). Tabs (tablature) show you exact note-by-note fingerings, which is great for solos, riffs, and fingerpicking.

Does Free Chord Book work on mobile?

Yes. Free Chord Book is fully responsive and works on phones, tablets, and desktops. Use auto-scroll to play hands-free. There is also a free iPhone app (The Chord Book) and Android app (Free Chords).

Is there an iPhone or Android app?

Yes. Download The Chord Book on the Apple App Store and Free Chords on Google Play. Same 670,000+ songs, transpose, tuner, and auto-scroll — 100% free.

Can I print guitar chords?

Yes. Open any song and tap the Print button next to Save. You'll get a branded chord sheet with the Chord Book logo, ready for practice.

Is there a built-in guitar tuner?

Yes. Free Chord Book includes a free online guitar tuner that uses your microphone and YIN pitch detection for accurate tuning in standard and alternate tunings.

How many songs are available?

Over 670,000 songs with chords, tabs, and lyrics — covering every genre, from rock and pop to country, indie, folk, and Hebrew songs.

Is Free Chord Book a good alternative to Ultimate Guitar?

Yes. Free Chord Book is a fast, ad-free, 100% free alternative to Ultimate Guitar with interactive chord diagrams, instant transpose, auto-scroll, and a built-in tuner — no account required.

SavedFavorites

Playing For Keeps

Chords

5.07 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Font15

KeyOriginal

Chords

Scroll

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

1/7

Tempo 80 BPMVol

Sound:

Position

Step 1 / 7Position: 5

1 index2 middle3 ring4 pinkyO openSpace = play/pause

Playing For Keeps:Elvis Presley.
Flip side of 'Too Much' on RCA Records in 1957.
INTRO
  C/G1 + 2 + Eb3 + Ebaug4 +C  
e|----------------|
B|5-------4---4---|5
G|5-------3---4---|5
D|5-------5---5---|5
A|----------------|
E|----------------|
[Coda]
  N.C            Cmaj7  
  1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +
e|----------------|
B|8\----5\--------|0
G|----------------|0
D|----------------|2
A|----------------|3
E|----------------|
[Intro]
|    C   Eb   Ebaug| C  
[Verse]
I have been playing for Ckeeps
This time it's Freal.
And I want you to Cknow, exD7actly how I Gfeel (C/GWah-wah-wah-Gwah)
[Verse]
I have been playing for Ckeeps
For sure this Ftime.
                       C                  G|  C   F|  C|
And I won't be happy, until I know you're mine.
[Bridge]
There have been Fothers, that could love me Ctrue.
But no one D7else, can thrill me like you Gdo. (D7da-da-da-da-da-da-Gda)
[Verse]
I have been playing for Ckeeps, oh, love me, Ftoo.
Oh, don't make me Csorry
                        G|  C   F|  C|
 That I fell in love with you.
[Bridge]
There have been Fothers, that could love me Ctrue.
But no one D7else, can thrill me like you Gdo. (D7da-da-da-da-da-da-Gda)
[Verse]
I have been playing for Ckeeps, oh, love me, Ftoo.
Oh, don't make me Csorry
                         GN.C, [             F   C]       Cmaj7  
 That I fell in love with you   (In love with you.)  see [Coda] tab

🎸 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

Playing For Keeps

by Elvis Presley

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Playing For Keeps:Elvis Presley.

Flip side of 'Too Much' on RCA Records in 1957.

INTRO

C/G Eb Ebaug C

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

e|----------------|

B|5-------4---4---|5

G|5-------3---4---|5

D|5-------5---5---|5

A|----------------|

E|----------------|

[Coda]

Cmaj7

N.C

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +

e|----------------|

B|8\----5\--------|0

G|----------------|0

D|----------------|2

A|----------------|3

E|----------------|

[Intro]

C Eb Ebaug C

| |

[Verse]

I have been playing for keeps

This time it's real.

C D7 G C/G G

And I want you to know, exactly how I feel (Wah-wah-wah-wah)

[Verse]

I have been playing for keeps

For sure this time.

C G C F C

| | |

And I won't be happy, until I know you're mine.

[Bridge]

F C

There have been others, that could love me true.

D7 G D7 G

But no one else, can thrill me like you do. (da-da-da-da-da-da-da)

[Verse]

C F

I have been playing for keeps, oh, love me, too.

Oh, don't make me sorry

G C F C

| | |

That I fell in love with you.

[Bridge]

F C

There have been others, that could love me true.

D7 G D7 G

But no one else, can thrill me like you do. (da-da-da-da-da-da-da)

[Verse]

C F

I have been playing for keeps, oh, love me, too.

Oh, don't make me sorry

G F C Cmaj7

N.C, [ ]

That I fell in love with you (In love with you.) see [Coda] tab

About Playing For Keeps Chords by Elvis Presley

Learn how to play Playing For Keeps by Elvis Presley with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Playing For Keeps chords”, “Playing For Keeps guitar chords”, or “Elvis Presley Playing For Keeps 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 Playing For Keeps chords and for experienced players who want accurate Playing For Keeps lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C/G, Eb, Ebaug, C, B, G.

FAQ — Playing For Keeps by Elvis Presley

How do I play "Playing For Keeps" by Elvis Presley on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Playing For Keeps" by Elvis Presley 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 "Playing For Keeps" by Elvis Presley free?

Yes. The chords for "Playing For Keeps" by Elvis Presley are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Playing For Keeps" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Playing For Keeps"?

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

Is "Playing For Keeps" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Playing For Keeps" by Elvis Presley with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Elvis Presley below.

What key is "Playing For Keeps" in?

The chords for "Playing For Keeps" show the original chord names (including C/G, Eb, Ebaug, C, B, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.