Now playing

50 Lashes

Chords

4.64 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Emajor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

1/64

Tempo 80 BPMVol

Sound:

Position

Step 1 / 64Position: 12

1 index2 middle3 ring4 pinkyO openSpace = play/pause

[Intro]
E   A  E
e|-E12-12-12C#m-9-|-E12-12-1C#m2-9-|
B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|
G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|
D|------------|------------|
A|------------|------------|
E|------------|------------|
EOoooo Aooo Eooo
e|-E12-12-12C#m-9-|-E12-12-1C#m2-9-|
B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|
G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|
D|------------|------------|
A|------------|------------|
E|------------|------------|
[Verse 1]
ERake me over a C#mline of coals, Ethrow me into the C#msea, oh
EBarely able to C#mthink enough, Awhen it’s over me
[Chorus]
I G#msee an army F#min the darknessE  
EI can’t take more than fifty Blashes
Could you G#mplease just Aopen the Edoor?
EI can’t take more than fifty Blashes
Could you G#mplease just Aopen the Edoor?
[Interlude]
EOoooo Aooo Eooo
e|-E12-12-12C#m-9-|-E12-12-1C#m2-9-|
B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|
G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|
D|------------|------------|
A|------------|------------|
E|------------|------------|
EOoooo Aooo Eooo
e|-E12-12-12C#m-9-|-E12-12-1C#m2-9-|
B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|
G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|
D|------------|------------|
A|------------|------------|
E|------------|------------|
[Verse 2]
EWhen it’s too C#mlate to sell my gold, Etoo late to be in C#mcontrol, oh
EBarely able to C#mpull my torn Ablanket over me
[Chorus]
I G#msee an army F#min the darkneEss
EI can’t take more than fifty Blashes
Won't you G#mplease just Aopen the Edoor?
EI can’t take more than fifty Blashes
Won't you G#mplease just Aopen the Edoor?
[Guitar solo]
A  E  A  E
A  F#  A
[Interlude]
EMmmmm Ammm Emmm
e|-E12-12-12C#m-9-|-E12-12-1C#m2-9-|
B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|
G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|
D|------------|------------|
A|------------|------------|
E|------------|------------|
EOoooo Aooo Eooo
e|-E12-12-12C#m-9-|-E12-12-1C#m2-9-|
B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|
G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|
D|------------|------------|
A|------------|------------|
E|------------|------------|
[Verse 3]
ETraded food for my dC#mestiny, then sEold the food for my C#msoul
EA signed confession, tC#mhen drink it down, Aprophecy fulfilled
[Chorus]
But I G#msee an army F#min the darkneEss
EI can’t take more than fifty Blashes
Could you G#mplease just Aopen the Edoor?
EI can’t take more than fifty Blashes
Could you G#mplease just Aopen the Edoor?
[Outro]
EOoooo Aooo Eooo
e|-E12-12-12C#m-9-|-E12-12-1C#m2-9-|
B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|
G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|
D|------------|------------|
A|------------|------------|
E|------------|------------|
EOoooo Aooo Eooo
e|-E12-12-12C#m-9-|-E12-12-1C#m2-9-|
B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|
G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|
D|------------|------------|
A|------------|------------|
E|------------|------------|

All chords in this song (7)

🎸 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

50 Lashes

by Floating Action

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

C#m

G#m

F#m

[Intro]

E A E

E C#m E C#m

e|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|

D|------------|------------|

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

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

E A E

Ooooo ooo ooo

E C#m E C#m

e|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|

D|------------|------------|

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

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

[Verse 1]

E C#m E C#m

Rake me over a line of coals, throw me into the sea, oh

E C#m A

Barely able to think enough, when it’s over me

[Chorus]

G#m F#m E

I see an army in the darkness

E B

I can’t take more than fifty lashes

G#m A E

Could you please just open the door?

E B

I can’t take more than fifty lashes

G#m A E

Could you please just open the door?

[Interlude]

E A E

Ooooo ooo ooo

E C#m E C#m

e|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|

D|------------|------------|

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

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

E A E

Ooooo ooo ooo

E C#m E C#m

e|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|

D|------------|------------|

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

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

[Verse 2]

E C#m E C#m

When it’s too late to sell my gold, too late to be in control, oh

E C#m A

Barely able to pull my torn blanket over me

[Chorus]

G#m F#m E

I see an army in the darkness

E B

I can’t take more than fifty lashes

G#m A E

Won't you please just open the door?

E B

I can’t take more than fifty lashes

G#m A E

Won't you please just open the door?

[Guitar solo]

A E A E

A F# A

[Interlude]

E A E

Mmmmm mmm mmm

E C#m E C#m

e|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|

D|------------|------------|

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

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

E A E

Ooooo ooo ooo

E C#m E C#m

e|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|

D|------------|------------|

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

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

[Verse 3]

E C#m E C#m

Traded food for my destiny, then sold the food for my soul

E C#m A

A signed confession, then drink it down, prophecy fulfilled

[Chorus]

G#m F#m E

But I see an army in the darkness

E B

I can’t take more than fifty lashes

G#m A E

Could you please just open the door?

E B

I can’t take more than fifty lashes

G#m A E

Could you please just open the door?

[Outro]

E A E

Ooooo ooo ooo

E C#m E C#m

e|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|

D|------------|------------|

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

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

E A E

Ooooo ooo ooo

E C#m E C#m

e|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

B|-12-12-12-9-|-12-12-12-9-|

G|-13-13-13-9-|-13-13-13-9-|

D|------------|------------|

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

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

About 50 Lashes Chords by Floating Action

Learn how to play 50 Lashes by Floating Action with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “50 Lashes chords”, “50 Lashes guitar chords”, or “Floating Action 50 Lashes 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 50 Lashes chords and for experienced players who want accurate 50 Lashes lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include E, A, C#m, B, G, D.

FAQ — 50 Lashes by Floating Action

How do I play "50 Lashes" by Floating Action on guitar?

Open the free chords for "50 Lashes" by Floating Action 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 "50 Lashes" by Floating Action free?

Yes. The chords for "50 Lashes" by Floating Action are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "50 Lashes" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "50 Lashes" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "50 Lashes"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "50 Lashes" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "50 Lashes" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "50 Lashes" by Floating Action with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Floating Action below.

What key is "50 Lashes" in?

The chords for "50 Lashes" show the original chord names (including E, A, C#m, B, G, D). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.