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Bookends Theme

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[Intro]
F#m  E  A  E
[Verse]
F#mTime it was and what a time it was it wasE  
EA time of Ainnocence, a time of coEnfidences.
F#mLong ago it must be, I have a pEhotograph.
EPreserve your Amemories, they're all that's Eleft you...
[BRIDGE]
  F#m    E    A             Ex2
[Verse 2]
F#mTime it was and what a time it was it wasE  
EA time of Ainnocence, a time of coEnfidences.
F#mLong ago it must be, I have a pEhotograph.
EPreserve your Amemories, they're all that's Eleft you...
[Outro]
  F#m    E    A             Ex2

All chords in this song (3)

The story behind the song

"Bookends Theme" evokes a time of innocence, appearing on the 1968 album Bookends as both an opening and closing piece. The song, especially its vocal reprise, delves into the passage of time and memories of a loved one. It serves to conclude a series of songs exploring interpersonal relationships through different life stages, ultimately offering a resigned admonition to preserve memories as all that remains. Playing it can feel like reflecting on the tender, fleeting nature of cherished moments.

AI-written from these sources:Bookends (song) — Wikipedia ↗Simon & Garfunkel — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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Bookends Theme

by Simon & Garfunkel

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Chords in this song · guitar

F#m

[Intro]

F#m E A E

[Verse]

F#m E

Time it was and what a time it was it was

E A E

A time of innocence, a time of confidences.

F#m E

Long ago it must be, I have a photograph.

E A E

Preserve your memories, they're all that's left you...

[BRIDGE]

F#m E A E

[Verse 2]

F#m E

Time it was and what a time it was it was

E A E

A time of innocence, a time of confidences.

F#m E

Long ago it must be, I have a photograph.

E A E

Preserve your memories, they're all that's left you...

[Outro]

F#m E A E

About Bookends Theme Chords by Simon & Garfunkel

Learn how to play Bookends Theme by Simon & Garfunkel with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Bookends Theme chords”, “Bookends Theme guitar chords”, or “Simon & Garfunkel Bookends Theme 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 Bookends Theme chords and for experienced players who want accurate Bookends Theme lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include F#m, E, A.

FAQ — Bookends Theme by Simon & Garfunkel

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Can I transpose "Bookends Theme" to a different key?

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Can I see chord diagrams for "Bookends Theme"?

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Is "Bookends Theme" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Bookends Theme" by Simon & Garfunkel with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Simon & Garfunkel below.

What key is "Bookends Theme" in?

The chords for "Bookends Theme" show the original chord names (including F#m, E, A). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.