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

Nothing Compares 2 U

Chords

4.8169 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Font15

KeyOriginal

Chords

Scroll

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

#----------------------------------PLEASE NOTE---------------------------------#
#------------------------------------------------------------------------------##
This is a very basic version.
	FIt's been seven hours and thirCteen days
	BbSince yoFu Ctook your love away
	FI go out every night and sleeCp all day
	BbSince yoFu Ctook your love away
	FSince you've been gone I can do what ever CI want
	BbI can seFe Cwhomever I choose
	FI can eat my dinner in a fancy restCaurant, But
Bbnothin', I said nothin' can take awGay these blues, `Cause
Bbnothing compFares, nBbothing compares 2 FUC  
	FIt's been so lonely without Cyou here
	BbI'm like Fa Cbird without a song
	FNothing can stop these lonely tearCs from falling, Tell me
Bbbaby, where did I go wCrong?
	FI could put my arms around every girl CI see
	BbBut they'Fd Conly remind me of you
	FI went to the doctor and guess what he told Cme, guess what he told me, He said,
BbBoy you better try to have fun no matter wGhat you do, but he's a fool, `Cause
Bbnothing compFares, nBbothing compares 2 FUC  
	FAll the flowers that you planted, in Cthe backyard
	BbAll died FwChen you went away
	FI know that living with you baby was someCtimes hard
	BbBut I'm willing to give it another tryG  
BbNothing compFares, nBbothing compares 2 FUC  

All chords in this song (4)

The story behind the song

This song captures the profound ache of an abandoned lover, expressing deep feelings of longing. Originally written by Prince for his project, The Family, it first appeared on their 1985 debut album. Though it didn't gain wide recognition at the time, Prince later incorporated the song into his own live performances regularly. It plays like a heartfelt testament to an irreplaceable absence.

AI-written from these sources:Nothing Compares 2 U — Wikipedia ↗The Revolution (band) — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

🎸 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

Nothing Compares 2 U

by Prince

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

#----------------------------------PLEASE NOTE---------------------------------#

#------------------------------------------------------------------------------##

This is a very basic version.

F C

It's been seven hours and thirteen days

Bb F C

Since you took your love away

F C

I go out every night and sleep all day

Bb F C

Since you took your love away

F C

Since you've been gone I can do what ever I want

Bb F C

I can see whomever I choose

F C

I can eat my dinner in a fancy restaurant, But

Bb G

nothin', I said nothin' can take away these blues, `Cause

Bb F Bb F C

nothing compares, nothing compares 2 U

F C

It's been so lonely without you here

Bb F C

I'm like a bird without a song

F C

Nothing can stop these lonely tears from falling, Tell me

Bb C

baby, where did I go wrong?

F C

I could put my arms around every girl I see

Bb F C

But they'd only remind me of you

F C

I went to the doctor and guess what he told me, guess what he told me, He said,

Bb G

Boy you better try to have fun no matter what you do, but he's a fool, `Cause

Bb F Bb F C

nothing compares, nothing compares 2 U

F C

All the flowers that you planted, in the backyard

Bb F C

All died when you went away

F C

I know that living with you baby was sometimes hard

Bb G

But I'm willing to give it another try

Bb F Bb F C

Nothing compares, nothing compares 2 U

About Nothing Compares 2 U Chords by Prince

Learn how to play Nothing Compares 2 U by Prince with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Nothing Compares 2 U chords”, “Nothing Compares 2 U guitar chords”, or “Prince Nothing Compares 2 U 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 Nothing Compares 2 U chords and for experienced players who want accurate Nothing Compares 2 U lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include F, C, Bb, G.

FAQ — Nothing Compares 2 U by Prince

How do I play "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Prince on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Prince 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 "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Prince free?

Yes. The chords for "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Prince are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Nothing Compares 2 U" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Nothing Compares 2 U" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Nothing Compares 2 U"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Nothing Compares 2 U" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Nothing Compares 2 U" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Prince with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Prince below.

What key is "Nothing Compares 2 U" in?

The chords for "Nothing Compares 2 U" show the original chord names (including F, C, Bb, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.