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Over The Rainbow

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[Intro]
G   C Em   G D   Em   C
N.C
G   Bm   C   G   C   B7   Em   C
N.C
[Whole Song]
G         Bm               C       G
Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
C       G                         D              Em        C
And the dreams that you dream of, once in a lullaby______ iiiiii_____
G         Bm               C           G
Somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
C       G                         D                       Em         C
And the dreams that you dream of, dreams really do come true________ ooooh
G
Someday I'll wish upon a star
D                                Em      C
Wake up where the clouds are far behind  me.
G
Where trouble melts like lemon drops,
D
High above the chimney top,
        Em          C
That's where you'll find me.
G         Bm               C          G
Somewhere over the rainbow, bluebirds fly
C       G
And the dream that you dare to
D                 Em          C
Why, oh why can't I?________ iiiiii___
G
Someday I'll wish upon a star
D                                Em     C
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me__.
G
Where trouble melts like lemon drops,
D
High above the chimney top,
       Em           C
That's where you'll find me.
   G          Bm               C       G
Oh, Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
C       G
And the dream that you dare to
D                 Em        C
Why, oh why can't I_______? IIIIIII ?
[Outro] 
G   Bm   C   G   C   B7   Em   C

Over The Rainbow tab and lyrics

Free tab for Over The Rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

[Intro]
[Whole Song]
[Outro] 
G   Bm   C   G   C   B7   Em   C

Over The Rainbow Tab by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole

Learn how to play Over The Rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole with free guitar tab, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Over The Rainbow chords”, “Over The Rainbow guitar chords”, or “Israel Kamakawiwoʻole Over The Rainbow 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 Over The Rainbow chords and for experienced players who want accurate Over The Rainbow lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include G, C, Em, D, Bm, B7.

Frequently asked questions about Over The Rainbow

How do I play "Over The Rainbow" by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole on guitar?

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Can I transpose "Over The Rainbow" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Over The Rainbow"?

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

Is "Over The Rainbow" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Over The Rainbow" by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole with our free tab. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole below.

What key is "Over The Rainbow" in?

The tab for "Over The Rainbow" show the original chord names (including G, C, Em, D, Bm, B7). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.