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

Slow Burn

Chords

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Font15

KeyOriginal

Chords

Scroll

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

Judy Collins - Slow Burn
[Intro]
C  G  F    C  G  F    C
[Verse 1]
I had a Gslow burn Ffor you darlingC  
We were Gwalking by the FriverC  
I was Gyoung and a Ffool, darlingC  
I didn't Gknow about FforeverC  
[Verse 2]
We took a Gtrain to FVermont, darlingC  
We skied the Gmountains Fin the westC  
And all the Gwhile the Ffire smoulderedC  
I felt it Gburning in Fmy chestEb  
[Verse 3]
We were Fwalking by the CoceanEb  
On the Fcoast of CaliCforniaEb  
I felt that FI should tell Cyou something
But then the Fmoment GpassedC  
[Verse 4]
Life went Gon for us, FdarlingC  
                        (I was never very far)
We went Gour separate FwaysC  
                        (But I had to stay away)
I very Gseldom thought of Fyou, darlingC  
                                 (Hard to remember)
The past was Gall a FhazeEb  
[Verse 5]
Then I Fsaw you in the CcityEb  
                         (Couldn't believe my eyes)
Your eyes Flit up and Cso did mineEb  
                              (There was so much to say)
We walked toFgether by the CreservoirF  
                              (Hold my hand)
And shared a glass of GwineC  
[Verse 6]
The time has Gpassed away, FdarlingC  
I thought the Gflame was Fburning outC  
I had my Glife to Flive, darlingC  
Could I let Ggo of any FdoubtEb  
[Verse 7]
When I Fsaw you that day in the CcityEb  
                                 (Memories floated back)
I suffered Fsuch a surCpriseEb  
                        (It all was such a surprise)
The fire was Flit and the Cslow burn startedF  
Had it never GdiedC  
[Verse 8]
Now there's a Gslow burn, FdarlingC  
                             (Just like there'd been before)
Like a Gsweet and Fsmoky songC  
                      (A longing in our hearts)
And what I Gdidn't know, FdarlingC  
                           (Maybe this was meant to be)
Was that your Glove was Fnever gone
[Outro]
I have a Cslow burn
I have a Amslow burn
I have a Gslow burn
For Cyou
I have a Cslow burn
I have a Amslow burn
I have a Gslow burn
For Cyou

All chords in this song (5)

🎸 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

Slow Burn

by Judy Collins

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

Judy Collins - Slow Burn

[Intro]

C G F C G F C

[Verse 1]

G F C

I had a slow burn for you darling

G F C

We were walking by the river

G F C

I was young and a fool, darling

G F C

I didn't know about forever

[Verse 2]

G F C

We took a train to Vermont, darling

G F C

We skied the mountains in the west

G F C

And all the while the fire smouldered

G F Eb

I felt it burning in my chest

[Verse 3]

F C Eb

We were walking by the ocean

F C Eb

On the coast of California

F C

I felt that I should tell you something

F G C

But then the moment passed

[Verse 4]

G F C

Life went on for us, darling

(I was never very far)

G F C

We went our separate ways

(But I had to stay away)

G F C

I very seldom thought of you, darling

(Hard to remember)

G F Eb

The past was all a haze

[Verse 5]

F C Eb

Then I saw you in the city

(Couldn't believe my eyes)

F C Eb

Your eyes lit up and so did mine

(There was so much to say)

F C F

We walked together by the reservoir

(Hold my hand)

G C

And shared a glass of wine

[Verse 6]

G F C

The time has passed away, darling

G F C

I thought the flame was burning out

G F C

I had my life to live, darling

G F Eb

Could I let go of any doubt

[Verse 7]

F C Eb

When I saw you that day in the city

(Memories floated back)

F C Eb

I suffered such a surprise

(It all was such a surprise)

F C F

The fire was lit and the slow burn started

G C

Had it never died

[Verse 8]

G F C

Now there's a slow burn, darling

(Just like there'd been before)

G F C

Like a sweet and smoky song

(A longing in our hearts)

G F C

And what I didn't know, darling

(Maybe this was meant to be)

G F

Was that your love was never gone

[Outro]

I have a slow burn

For you

I have a slow burn

For you

About Slow Burn Chords by Judy Collins

Learn how to play Slow Burn by Judy Collins with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Slow Burn chords”, “Slow Burn guitar chords”, or “Judy Collins Slow Burn 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 Slow Burn chords and for experienced players who want accurate Slow Burn lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C, G, F, Eb, A, Am.

FAQ — Slow Burn by Judy Collins

How do I play "Slow Burn" by Judy Collins on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Slow Burn" by Judy Collins 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 "Slow Burn" by Judy Collins free?

Yes. The chords for "Slow Burn" by Judy Collins are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Slow Burn" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Slow Burn"?

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

Is "Slow Burn" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Slow Burn" by Judy Collins with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Judy Collins below.

What key is "Slow Burn" in?

The chords for "Slow Burn" show the original chord names (including C, G, F, Eb, A, Am). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.