Now playing

Griselda

Chords

5.06 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

[Intro]
G  C  G  D  Em  C  G  D
G  C  D  G  C  D  Em  C  G  C  D  G
[Verse]
GCome won't you walk with Cme Griselda,
Gwearing the dress that Dmoonlight shines through.
EmI am a sad and lConely boy,
Gsince your mother sDaid I couldn't see you.
[Chorus]
GSlipping through the woods in the dCark of the nDight,
Gcalling to the moon out CyondeDr
EmO Lady Moon won't you Cshine a silver light, and Glead me Cto my GrDiselda.G  
[Verse]
GDo you recall last nCight Griselda?
GLearning the lessons nDature taught us.
EmWatching the fish jumCp in the lake,
Git was lovely tDill your mother caught us.
[Chorus]
GSlipping through the woods in the dCark of the Dnight,
Gcalling to the moon out CyondeDr
EmO Lady Moon won't you Cshine a silver light, and Glead me Cto my GrDiseldGa.
[Instrumental]
G  C  G  D  Em  C  G  D
G  C  D  G  C  D  Em  C  G  C  D  G
[Verse]
GMoonflower vine upCon your window,
Ggives me a foothold Dfor my finding.
EmI've got a row boat Con the lake.
GMoon is out and Dall the stars are shining.
[Chorus]
GSlipping through the woods in the daCrk of thDe night,
Gcalling to the moon out CyondDer
EmO Lady Moon won't you Cshine a silver light, and Glead me Cto my GrDiselda.G  
[Verse]
GI've got a jug of Cwine Griselda.
GWhy must you waste your tDime in sorrow?
EmHold out your hand; Chave no fear.
GIf we're caught, I'll Dmarry you tomorrow.
[Chorus]
GSlipping through the woods in the dCark of the nDight,
Gcalling to the moon out CyondeDr
EmO Lady Moon won't you Cshine a silver light, and Glead me Cto my GrDiselda.G  
[Outro]
G  C  G  D  Em  C  G  D
G  C  D  G  C  D  Em  C  G  C  D  G

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

Griselda

by The Holy Modal Rounders

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

[Intro]

G C G D Em C G D

G C D G C D Em C G C D G

[Verse]

G C

Come won't you walk with me Griselda,

G D

wearing the dress that moonlight shines through.

Em C

I am a sad and lonely boy,

G D

since your mother said I couldn't see you.

[Chorus]

G C D

Slipping through the woods in the dark of the night,

G C D

calling to the moon out yonder

Em C G C D G

O Lady Moon won't you shine a silver light, and lead me to my Griselda.

[Verse]

G C

Do you recall last night Griselda?

G D

Learning the lessons nature taught us.

Em C

Watching the fish jump in the lake,

G D

it was lovely till your mother caught us.

[Chorus]

G C D

Slipping through the woods in the dark of the night,

G C D

calling to the moon out yonder

Em C G C D G

O Lady Moon won't you shine a silver light, and lead me to my Griselda.

[Instrumental]

G C G D Em C G D

G C D G C D Em C G C D G

[Verse]

G C

Moonflower vine upon your window,

G D

gives me a foothold for my finding.

Em C

I've got a row boat on the lake.

G D

Moon is out and all the stars are shining.

[Chorus]

G C D

Slipping through the woods in the dark of the night,

G C D

calling to the moon out yonder

Em C G C D G

O Lady Moon won't you shine a silver light, and lead me to my Griselda.

[Verse]

G C

I've got a jug of wine Griselda.

G D

Why must you waste your time in sorrow?

Em C

Hold out your hand; have no fear.

G D

If we're caught, I'll marry you tomorrow.

[Chorus]

G C D

Slipping through the woods in the dark of the night,

G C D

calling to the moon out yonder

Em C G C D G

O Lady Moon won't you shine a silver light, and lead me to my Griselda.

[Outro]

G C G D Em C G D

G C D G C D Em C G C D G

About Griselda Chords by The Holy Modal Rounders

Learn how to play Griselda by The Holy Modal Rounders with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Griselda chords”, “Griselda guitar chords”, or “The Holy Modal Rounders Griselda 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 Griselda chords and for experienced players who want accurate Griselda lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include G, C, D, Em.

FAQ — Griselda by The Holy Modal Rounders

How do I play "Griselda" by The Holy Modal Rounders on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Griselda" by The Holy Modal Rounders 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 "Griselda" by The Holy Modal Rounders free?

Yes. The chords for "Griselda" by The Holy Modal Rounders are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Griselda" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Griselda"?

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

Is "Griselda" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Griselda" by The Holy Modal Rounders with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by The Holy Modal Rounders below.

What key is "Griselda" in?

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