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This is the correct full version.  No capos, standard tuning. 
Verse:
This is my righEmt, a right given by goAmd
to live a Dfree life, to live in freedGom
Chorus:
Talkin bout Gfreedom, im talkin bout Emfreedom 
	                C              D(D7)  G  
i will fight for the right to live in freedom
(The D7 is optional)
Repeat for second verse and chorus

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The story behind the song

"Freedom" emerged directly from Paul McCartney's experience witnessing the September 11 attacks in New York City from a plane on the tarmac. This song was his immediate musical response to the tragedy, reflecting on the events and the spirit that followed. It was written and recorded in the wake of these events, becoming a powerful expression of resilience and hope. At its heart, it plays like an anthem of enduring spirit in the face of devastation.

AI-written from these sources:Freedom (Paul McCartney song) — Wikipedia ↗Paul McCartney — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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Freedom

by Paul McCartney

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

This is the correct full version. No capos, standard tuning.

Verse:

Em Am

This is my right, a right given by god

D G

to live a free life, to live in freedom

Chorus:

G Em

Talkin bout freedom, im talkin bout freedom

C D D7 G

()

i will fight for the right to live in freedom

(The D7 is optional)

Repeat for second verse and chorus

About Freedom Chords by Paul McCartney

Learn how to play Freedom by Paul McCartney with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Freedom chords”, “Freedom guitar chords”, or “Paul McCartney Freedom 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 Freedom chords and for experienced players who want accurate Freedom lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Em, Am, D, G, C, D7.

FAQ — Freedom by Paul McCartney

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Can I transpose "Freedom" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Freedom"?

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Is "Freedom" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Freedom" in?

The chords for "Freedom" show the original chord names (including Em, Am, D, G, C, D7). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.