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Throw Your Hatred Down

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[Intro]
Am   G   Fmaj7x4
[Verse]
AmHere in the Gconscious world Fmaj7we place our theories down
AmWhy man must Gbring us to our kFmaj7nees
AmBefore he Csees the weakness Fof his sinful EmplanF  
EmThe power in his Fhand Emwill never touch a fGriend
[Chorus]
CThrow your hatred dFownC  F  
CThrow your hatred dFown
[Interlude]
Am   G   Fmaj7x4
[Verse]
AmMeanwhile in the undGerworld the weaFmaj7knesses are seen
AmBy peasants and by prGesident who Fmaj7plan the counter-scheme
AmChildren in the schCoolyard fiFnish choosing tEmeamsF  
EmDivided by their drFeams wEmhile a TV scGreams
[Chorus]
CThrow your weapons dFownC  F  
CThrow your weapons dFown
[Interlude]
Am   G   Fmaj7x8
[Verse]
AmThe wheel of foGrtune kFmaj7eeps on rolling down
AmThe street that's pGaved with sinful pFmaj7lans
AmThere but for circCumstance mFay go you or EmIF  
EmDressed in golden lFame fEmind a place to sGtay
[Chorus]
CThrow your hatred doFwnC  F  
CThrow your hatred doFwn
CThrow your weapons dFownC  F  
CThrow your weapons dFown
[Outro]
Am   G   Fmaj7x12
Am
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The story behind the song

This song embodies the distinctive sound of Neil Young, known for his deeply personal lyrics and often distorted electric guitar playing. It stands as a testament to his career, which frequently blends folk, rock, and country influences. As you play, channel the raw, honest energy that has earned him the nickname "Godfather of Grunge." At its heart, the song feels like a powerful call for change and release.

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About Throw Your Hatred Down Chords by Neil Young

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