Now playing

Weila Waila

Chords

4.718 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Gmajor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

[Verse]
GThere was an old woman and she lived in the woods
Weile, weile, CwaiGle;
DThere was an old woman and she lived in the woods
Down by the river SailGe
[Verse]
GShe had a baby three months old
Weile, weile, wCailGe
DShe had a baby three months old
Down by the river SailGe;
[Verse]
GShe had a penknife long and sharp
Weile, weile, CwaiGle
DShe had a penknife long and sharp
Down by the river SailGe;
[Verse]
GShe stuck the penknife in the baby's heart
Weile, weile, CwaiGle
DShe stuck the penknife in the baby's heart
Down by the river SailGe;
[Verse]
GThree loud knocks came knocking on the door
Weile, weile, CwaiGle
DThree loud knocks came knocking on the door
Down by the river SailGe;
[Verse]
GThere was two policeman and a man
Weile, weile, CwaiGle
DThere was two policeman and a man
Down by the river SailGe;
[Verse]
GThey took her away and they put her into jail
Weile, weile, CwaiGle
DThey took her away and they put her into jail
Down by the river SailGe;
[Verse]
GThey pulled the rope and she was hung
Weile, weile, CwaiGle
DThey pulled the rope and she was hung
Down by the river SailGe;
GAnd that was the end of the woman in the woods
Weile, weile, CwaiGle
DAnd that was the end of the baby too
Down by the river SailGe

All chords in this song (3)

The story behind the song

"Weila Waila" plunges into a chilling narrative, telling the story of an old woman in the woods whose baby meets a sudden, tragic end after three loud knocks at the door. It's a stark, traditional ballad that captures the raw, often dark storytelling at the heart of Irish folk music. The Dubliners, known for their lively renditions of such tales, brought this haunting song to audiences, showcasing their ability to convey deep emotion and drama. It’s a song that plays like a whispered warning or a forgotten legend from a time when life was harsh and unexplained events held profound weight.

AI-written from these sources:The Dubliners — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

Story time

Weila Waila

Weila Waila

🎸 Tips from players

Got a tip for playing this song — capo position, easier chords, strumming? Be the first to share one.

Chord Book

670,000+ free guitar chords · free-chords.com

Weila Waila

by The Dubliners

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

[Verse]

There was an old woman and she lived in the woods

C G

Weile, weile, waile;

There was an old woman and she lived in the woods

Down by the river Saile

[Verse]

She had a baby three months old

C G

Weile, weile, waile

She had a baby three months old

Down by the river Saile;

[Verse]

She had a penknife long and sharp

C G

Weile, weile, waile

She had a penknife long and sharp

Down by the river Saile;

[Verse]

She stuck the penknife in the baby's heart

C G

Weile, weile, waile

She stuck the penknife in the baby's heart

Down by the river Saile;

[Verse]

Three loud knocks came knocking on the door

C G

Weile, weile, waile

Three loud knocks came knocking on the door

Down by the river Saile;

[Verse]

There was two policeman and a man

C G

Weile, weile, waile

There was two policeman and a man

Down by the river Saile;

[Verse]

They took her away and they put her into jail

C G

Weile, weile, waile

They took her away and they put her into jail

Down by the river Saile;

[Verse]

They pulled the rope and she was hung

C G

Weile, weile, waile

They pulled the rope and she was hung

Down by the river Saile;

And that was the end of the woman in the woods

C G

Weile, weile, waile

And that was the end of the baby too

Down by the river Saile

About Weila Waila Chords by The Dubliners

Learn how to play Weila Waila by The Dubliners with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Weila Waila chords”, “Weila Waila guitar chords”, or “The Dubliners Weila Waila 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 Weila Waila chords and for experienced players who want accurate Weila Waila lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include G, C, D.

FAQ — Weila Waila by The Dubliners

How do I play "Weila Waila" by The Dubliners on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Weila Waila" by The Dubliners on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "Weila Waila" by The Dubliners free?

Yes. The chords for "Weila Waila" by The Dubliners are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Weila Waila" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Weila Waila" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Weila Waila"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Weila Waila" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Weila Waila" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Weila Waila" by The Dubliners with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by The Dubliners below.

What key is "Weila Waila" in?

The chords for "Weila Waila" show the original chord names (including G, C, D). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.