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Jerusalem--Don McLean
Chords Used(Alternate to those suggested by Ultimate Guitar):
    Gdim   Am/G   Cm/G#*  
E ----3------3------0-----|
B ----2------1------1-----|
G ----3------2------2-----|
D ----2------2------2-----|
A ----x------0------3-----|
E ----x------x------4-----|
*For this chord, play a barre chord Cm but run your index finger
 at a slant to cross the fret with your fingertip to play a G#.
 If that doesn't work, just play a Cm or what Ultimate Guitar 
 suggests.
Capo 2
Intro--Strum G  
GJerusalem, JeruEmsalem aGll roads lead to Emyou.
CJerusalem, JerAmusalem your liCght is shining thrDough.D7  
And you will shGow, show the Bmway, to aCll who see it sCmhine,
GThat we can live, in pEmeace, in JCmerusaleDsus4m_____ this tiGme.
The waGlls will keep you Emin, the waGlls will keep you Emout.
The gaCtes are calling tAmhose, who kCnow what it's abDout.
GJerusalem, JerEmusalem all rGoads lead tEmo you.
CJerusalem, JerAmusalem your lCight is shining throDugh.D7  
And you will shGow, show the Bmway, to aCll who see it shCmine,
That we can lGive, in Empeace, in JCmerusaleDsus4m_____ this tiGme.
GJerusalem is oEmld, JeGrusalem is Emnew,
CJerusalem can hAmold, MuCslim, Christian, JDew.
GIn Jerusalem, JerEmusalem aGll roads lead to Emyou.
CJerusalem, JerAmusalem your liCght is shining thrDough.
And you will sGhow, show the wBmay, to aCll who see it sCmhine,
That we can lGive, in Empeace, in JCmerusaleDsus4m_____ this tiGme.
C G/B Gdim Am/G Cm/G# G Dsus4 Dsus4 D
GThe markets and the aEmlleys, the Gtemples and the Emtombs.
CA place for all beAmlievers, it Chas so many rooDms.
GIn Jerusalem, JeEmrusalem all Groads lead to yEmou.
CJerusalem, JeruAmsalem your light Cis shining throughD.
GAnd you will show, show the Bmway, to aCll who see it sCmhine,
GThat we can live, in pEmeace, in JCmerusaleDsus4m_____ this tGime.
GYes, we can live, in pEmeace, in JCmerusaleDsus4m______D__ this tGime.

The story behind the song

"Jerusalem" is a song by Don McLean, an American singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his folk rock style. While McLean is widely recognized for hits like "American Pie" and "Vincent," this song appears on his 1981 release "Believers." McLean has explored various genres beyond folk rock, including easy listening and country.

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Jerusalem

by Don McLean

Lyrics & chords · Original key · Capo on fret 2 (as written in this song)

Jerusalem--Don McLean

Chords Used(Alternate to those suggested by Ultimate Guitar):

Gdim Am/G Cm/G#*

E ----3------3------0-----|

B ----2------1------1-----|

G ----3------2------2-----|

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

A ----x------0------3-----|

E ----x------x------4-----|

*For this chord, play a barre chord Cm but run your index finger

at a slant to cross the fret with your fingertip to play a G#.

If that doesn't work, just play a Cm or what Ultimate Guitar

suggests.

Capo 2

Intro--Strum

G Em G Em

Jerusalem, Jerusalem all roads lead to you.

C Am C D D7

Jerusalem, Jerusalem your light is shining through.

G Bm C Cm

And you will show, show the way, to all who see it shine,

G Em Cm Dsus4 G

That we can live, in peace, in Jerusalem_____ this time.

G Em G Em

The walls will keep you in, the walls will keep you out.

C Am C D

The gates are calling those, who know what it's about.

G Em G Em

Jerusalem, Jerusalem all roads lead to you.

C Am C D D7

Jerusalem, Jerusalem your light is shining through.

G Bm C Cm

And you will show, show the way, to all who see it shine,

G Em Cm Dsus4 G

That we can live, in peace, in Jerusalem_____ this time.

G Em G Em

Jerusalem is old, Jerusalem is new,

C Am C D

Jerusalem can hold, Muslim, Christian, Jew.

G Em G Em

In Jerusalem, Jerusalem all roads lead to you.

C Am C D

Jerusalem, Jerusalem your light is shining through.

G Bm C Cm

And you will show, show the way, to all who see it shine,

G Em Cm Dsus4 G

That we can live, in peace, in Jerusalem_____ this time.

C G/B Gdim Am/G Cm/G# G Dsus4 Dsus4 D

G Em G Em

The markets and the alleys, the temples and the tombs.

C Am C D

A place for all believers, it has so many rooms.

G Em G Em

In Jerusalem, Jerusalem all roads lead to you.

C Am C D

Jerusalem, Jerusalem your light is shining through.

G Bm C Cm

And you will show, show the way, to all who see it shine,

G Em Cm Dsus4 G

That we can live, in peace, in Jerusalem_____ this time.

G Em Cm Dsus4 D G

Yes, we can live, in peace, in Jerusalem________ this time.

About Jerusalem Chords by Don McLean

Learn how to play Jerusalem by Don McLean with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Jerusalem chords”, “Jerusalem guitar chords”, or “Don McLean Jerusalem 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 Jerusalem chords and for experienced players who want accurate Jerusalem lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Gdim, Am/G, Cm/G, E, B, G.

FAQ — Jerusalem by Don McLean

How do I play "Jerusalem" by Don McLean on guitar?

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Can I transpose "Jerusalem" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Jerusalem"?

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

Is "Jerusalem" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Jerusalem" in?

The chords for "Jerusalem" show the original chord names (including Gdim, Am/G, Cm/G, E, B, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.