Now playing

Ribs

Chords

4.764 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Bminor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

CAPO: 2nd FRET
INTRO:
Bm  Bm  G  G
Bm  Bm  G  G
VERSE:
 BmMarrow made a wife of Eve
But no one gave up a rib for me and mGineG  
My hBmearts did expose to the elements
Calloused and untouched by a man's desGignG  
PRE-CHORUS:
AOh, my ugly Bmorgans
How lucky we aGre
(HGow lucky we are)G  
Bm  Bm  G  G
VERSE:
 BmBrick and mortar between my bones
Built a kingdom fierce and fortifGiedG  
My nBmame fading from the yellow page
Stones are laid upon the mountainsGideG  
PRE-CHORUS:
AOh, my savage Bmempire
How lucky we aGre
(HGow lucky we are)G  
NAever to be mBmoved by the words of a lGiarG  
CHORUS:
The dGark doesn't frAighten me
I cBmhose to close my eDyes
It is mGine,  Bmit is Ami-i-i-iGne
The niGght doesn't frAighten me
I cBmhose to let it tDhrive
It is mGine,  Bmit is Ami-i-i-Gi-i-i-i-BmineBm  G  G  
Bm  Bm  G  G  A
VERSE
 BmTime has changed the metaphor
Now, dust is not the origin of bGoneG  
Little gBmirl, don't let them sell you any armor
All your ribs are still your oGwnG  
PRE-CHORUS:
AOh, my precious cBmhild
How lucky you aGre
(HGow lucky you are)G  
HAanded down a shBmield for your tender pGartsG  
CHORUS:
The dGark doesn't frAighten me
I cBmhose to close my eDyes
It is mGine,  Bmit is Ami-i-i-iGne
The niGght doesn't frAighten me
I cBmhose to let it tDhrive
It is mGine,  Bmit is Ami-i-i-iGne
The dGark doesn't frAighten me
I cBmhose to close my eDyes
It is Gmi-i-i-i-Bmine,  it is Ami-i-i-iGne
OUTRO:
The niGght doesn't frAighten me
I cBmhose to close my eDyes
It is mGine,  Bmit is Ami-i-i-Gi-i-i-i-Bmine   BmOh oh oh oh Goh (GOooooooh)
GOh oh oh oh Bmoh oh ohhh  BmOh oh oh oh oGhhh (OGooooooh)G  Bm  

All chords in this song (4)

🎸 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

Ribs

by The Crane Wives

Lyrics & chords · Original key · Capo on fret 2 (as written in this song)

Chords in this song · guitar

CAPO: 2nd FRET

INTRO:

Bm Bm G G

VERSE:

Marrow made a wife of Eve

G G

But no one gave up a rib for me and mine

My hearts did expose to the elements

G G

Calloused and untouched by a man's design

PRE-CHORUS:

A Bm

Oh, my ugly organs

How lucky we are

G G

(How lucky we are)

Bm Bm G G

VERSE:

Brick and mortar between my bones

G G

Built a kingdom fierce and fortified

My name fading from the yellow page

G G

Stones are laid upon the mountainside

PRE-CHORUS:

A Bm

Oh, my savage empire

How lucky we are

G G

(How lucky we are)

A Bm G G

Never to be moved by the words of a liar

CHORUS:

G A

The dark doesn't frighten me

Bm D

I chose to close my eyes

G Bm A G

It is mine, it is mi-i-i-ine

G A

The night doesn't frighten me

Bm D

I chose to let it thrive

G Bm A G Bm Bm G G

It is mine, it is mi-i-i-i-i-i-i-ine

Bm Bm G G A

VERSE

Time has changed the metaphor

G G

Now, dust is not the origin of bone

Little girl, don't let them sell you any armor

G G

All your ribs are still your own

PRE-CHORUS:

A Bm

Oh, my precious child

How lucky you are

G G

(How lucky you are)

A Bm G G

Handed down a shield for your tender parts

CHORUS:

G A

The dark doesn't frighten me

Bm D

I chose to close my eyes

G Bm A G

It is mine, it is mi-i-i-ine

G A

The night doesn't frighten me

Bm D

I chose to let it thrive

G Bm A G

It is mine, it is mi-i-i-ine

G A

The dark doesn't frighten me

Bm D

I chose to close my eyes

G Bm A G

It is mi-i-i-i-ine, it is mi-i-i-ine

OUTRO:

G A

The night doesn't frighten me

Bm D

I chose to close my eyes

G Bm A G Bm Bm G G

It is mine, it is mi-i-i-i-i-i-i-ine Oh oh oh oh oh (Oooooooh)

G Bm Bm G G G Bm

Oh oh oh oh oh oh ohhh Oh oh oh oh ohhh (Oooooooh)

About Ribs Chords by The Crane Wives

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

FAQ — Ribs by The Crane Wives

How do I play "Ribs" by The Crane Wives on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Ribs" by The Crane Wives 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 "Ribs" by The Crane Wives free?

Yes. The chords for "Ribs" by The Crane Wives are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Ribs" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Ribs"?

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

Is "Ribs" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Ribs" in?

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