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Man In The Moon
The story behind the song
This song paints a picture of a child grappling with the absence of a parent, whose father is an astronaut now "living on the moon." It evokes a sense of quiet solitude and the vastness of space, where the father is "down among the fishes in an absence of sound." The lyrics suggest a child trying to make sense of things they've been told about this distant parent. Released on Grinderman's self-titled debut album in 2007, the band itself was formed by Nick Cave as a side project to explore new sounds. At its heart, "Man In The Moon" feels like a mournful lullaby about longing and the mysteries of separation.
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Man In The Moon
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Man In The Moon
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About Man In The Moon Chords by Grinderman
Learn how to play Man In The Moon by Grinderman with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Man In The Moon chords”, “Man In The Moon guitar chords”, or “Grinderman Man In The Moon 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 Man In The Moon chords and for experienced players who want accurate Man In The Moon lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Em, D, Bm, C.
FAQ — Man In The Moon by Grinderman
How do I play "Man In The Moon" by Grinderman on guitar?
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Can I transpose "Man In The Moon" to a different key?
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Is "Man In The Moon" easy to play on guitar?
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What key is "Man In The Moon" in?
The chords for "Man In The Moon" show the original chord names (including Em, D, Bm, C). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.