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When I Look Up

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play G, F, C,   Gthe entire song. Listen to get the rhythm
When I look up at the stars 
As I walk in the night 
Down the street by my house It feels good
When I look up at the stars 
As I walk in the night 
Down the street by my house It feels good
The light from the moon 
Is afraid of the ground 
So it falls behind spaces 
And hides behind clouds
When I look up at the clouds 
As they move through the night 
With the wind 
As I walk down the street
The light from the moon Is afraid of the ground
 So I step on the shadows 
Of my own feet

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The story behind the song

Jack Johnson, known for his blend of pop, rock, acoustic, folk, and surf rock, often brings a laid-back, ocean-influenced vibe to his music, fitting with his Hawaiian roots and environmental efforts. "When I Look Up" appears on his 2010 album To the Sea. This song likely embodies the reflective and naturalistic spirit often found in Johnson's work, inviting a sense of calm and observation.

AI-written from these sources:Jack Johnson (musician) — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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When I Look Up

by Jack Johnson

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Chords in this song · guitar

Simple song

G F C G

play , , , the entire song. Listen to get the rhythm

When I look up at the stars

As I walk in the night

Down the street by my house It feels good

When I look up at the stars

As I walk in the night

Down the street by my house It feels good

The light from the moon

Is afraid of the ground

So it falls behind spaces

And hides behind clouds

When I look up at the clouds

As they move through the night

With the wind

As I walk down the street

The light from the moon Is afraid of the ground

So I step on the shadows

Of my own feet

About When I Look Up Chords by Jack Johnson

Learn how to play When I Look Up by Jack Johnson with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “When I Look Up chords”, “When I Look Up guitar chords”, or “Jack Johnson When I Look Up 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 When I Look Up chords and for experienced players who want accurate When I Look Up lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include G, F, C.

FAQ — When I Look Up by Jack Johnson

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What key is "When I Look Up" in?

The chords for "When I Look Up" show the original chord names (including G, F, C). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.