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Celebrity Skin
The story behind the song
"Celebrity Skin" dives into the superficial world of fame, capturing the feeling of being remade and presented as something new, like "beautiful garbage" in "beautiful dresses." It's a defiant statement from someone who feels like a "never was" but isn't willing to "sell cheap." Written by Courtney Love, Eric Erlandson, and Billy Corgan, this 1998 track from Hole's album of the same name marked a shift towards a more glam rock sound, away from their earlier punk influences. It plays like a sharp, knowing look at the industry that shapes and defines its stars.
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Celebrity Skin
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Celebrity Skin
by Hole
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About Celebrity Skin Chords by Hole
Learn how to play Celebrity Skin by Hole with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Celebrity Skin chords”, “Celebrity Skin guitar chords”, or “Hole Celebrity Skin 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 Celebrity Skin chords and for experienced players who want accurate Celebrity Skin lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include A, C#5, F#5, D, B.
FAQ — Celebrity Skin by Hole
How do I play "Celebrity Skin" by Hole on guitar?
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Can I transpose "Celebrity Skin" to a different key?
Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Celebrity Skin" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.
Can I see chord diagrams for "Celebrity Skin"?
Yes. Tap any chord in "Celebrity Skin" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.
Is "Celebrity Skin" easy to play on guitar?
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What key is "Celebrity Skin" in?
The chords for "Celebrity Skin" show the original chord names (including A, C#5, F#5, D, B). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.