Now playing

Old Joe

Chords

4.43 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

[Intro]
 E   A/E     Ex4
[Verse 1]
EHe comes home Amaj7/Eafter working for so Emany, many Amaj7/Eyears
ELays down Amaj7/Eweary on his EbedA/E  
ESo many Amaj7/Eworries, Ebroken dreams and Amaj7/Efears
Ehurting Amaj7/Ethings that people EsaidA/E  
[Chorus]
EIs there G#msomething you could A/Edo for him Eright now if you were F#thereA/E  
Is there C#msome kind word that Dyou would say to A/Ehim if you weBre there noDw, nowE  A/E  E  A/E  E  
[Verse 2]
EHe Amaj7/Edon't rememEber mamAmaj7/Ea
EHis mama Amaj7/Enever saw his EfaceA/E  
EThe woundAmaj7/Es he suffered from an Eangry, bitter Amaj7/Eworld
EAre Amaj7/Esomething time cannot EeraseA/E  
[Chorus]
EIs there G#msomething you could A/Edo for him Eright now if you were F#thereA/E  
Is there C#msome kind word that Dyou would say to A/Ehim if you weBre there noDw, now
[Instrumental]
 E   A   D   E   A   D   E...
[Chorus]
EIs there G#msomething you could A/Edo for him Eright now if you were F#thereA/E  
Is there C#msome kind word that Dyou would say to A/Ehim if you weBre there noDw, nowE  A/E  E  A/E  E  
EIs there G#msomething you could A/Edo for him Eright now if you were F#thereA/E  
Is there C#msome kind word that Dyou would say to A/Ehim if you weBre there noDw, nowA  F#  B  A  

All chords in this song (9)

🎸 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

Old Joe

by The Guess Who

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

A/E

Amaj7/E

G#m

C#m

[Intro]

E A/E E

[Verse 1]

E Amaj7/E E Amaj7/E

He comes home after working for so many, many years

E Amaj7/E E A/E

Lays down weary on his bed

E Amaj7/E E Amaj7/E

So many worries, broken dreams and fears

E Amaj7/E E A/E

hurting things that people said

[Chorus]

E G#m A/E E F# A/E

Is there something you could do for him right now if you were there

C#m D A/E B D E A/E E A/E E

Is there some kind word that you would say to him if you were there now, now

[Verse 2]

E Amaj7/E E Amaj7/E

He don't remember mama

E Amaj7/E E A/E

His mama never saw his face

E Amaj7/E E Amaj7/E

The wounds he suffered from an angry, bitter world

E Amaj7/E E A/E

Are something time cannot erase

[Chorus]

E G#m A/E E F# A/E

Is there something you could do for him right now if you were there

C#m D A/E B D

Is there some kind word that you would say to him if you were there now, now

[Instrumental]

E A D E A D E

...

[Chorus]

E G#m A/E E F# A/E

Is there something you could do for him right now if you were there

C#m D A/E B D E A/E E A/E E

Is there some kind word that you would say to him if you were there now, now

E G#m A/E E F# A/E

Is there something you could do for him right now if you were there

C#m D A/E B D A F# B A

Is there some kind word that you would say to him if you were there now, now

About Old Joe Chords by The Guess Who

Learn how to play Old Joe by The Guess Who with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Old Joe chords”, “Old Joe guitar chords”, or “The Guess Who Old Joe 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 Old Joe chords and for experienced players who want accurate Old Joe lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include E, A/E, Amaj7/E, G#m, F#, C#m.

FAQ — Old Joe by The Guess Who

How do I play "Old Joe" by The Guess Who on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Old Joe" by The Guess Who 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 "Old Joe" by The Guess Who free?

Yes. The chords for "Old Joe" by The Guess Who are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Old Joe" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Old Joe"?

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

Is "Old Joe" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Old Joe" by The Guess Who with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by The Guess Who below.

What key is "Old Joe" in?

The chords for "Old Joe" show the original chord names (including E, A/E, Amaj7/E, G#m, F#, C#m). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.