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Violet

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VIOLET (MTV unplugged)  -       Seal
Intro:
Fmaj7                  Gmaj7
        Pa padapapa –         daahaahaa
                Amaj7i      Amaj7i                                     
Pa padapadaa –          ah 
Amaj7
        I watch you comb your hair in different light
Fmaj7
        You change the chair and seem to think that's alright
Dmaj7
           I understand, you need a change
Fmaj7
        So when you make that change don’t
Em9                          Amaj7i       Amaj7i                            
     Look to see I'm alri -          ght 
Amaj7
        Now that I look at you in different light
Fmaj7
        A violet unicorn to me that's alright
Dmaj7
           I understand, you need a change
Fmaj7
        And when you make that change then
Em9                                                  Amaj7
      The world will elevate you world will elevate         you
Amaj7
        And if I told you then that I could cry
Fmaj7
        Would you take my tears and wash the sunrise 
Dmaj7
           A man afraid, has no shame
Fmaj7
        So when you take those tears 
Em9                                 Amaj7i       Amaj7i                      
      Don’t look to see I'm alri -          ght           oohh
Fmaj7
        When you take those tears don’t
Em9                           F#m7       F#m7
      Look to see I'm alri -        ght 
Fmaj7  2 MEASURES
Dmaj7
        How can I tell you
Dmaj7
        How can I explain
Fmaj7
        I want your lovin’
Em9
       ‘Nd I need a change/
    Amaj7       Amaj7
In         me            tonight
Fmaj7               Em9
                                Amaj7i                              
         Va-da vaa-va –       daahahaa 
F#m9
 -   
Fmaj7 -   Em9/ -    
Break:
Amaj7i     2 MEASURES
Fmaj7      2 MEASURES
Dmaj7      2 MEASURES
Fmaj7      1 MEASURE
Em9        1 MEASURE
Amaj7i     2 MEASURES
Fmaj7      2 MEASURES
Dmaj7      2 MEASURES (Aaaahhh)
Fmaj7
        Suddenly 
Em9                        Amaj7i      Amaj7i                               
      You and I will wa -          it 
        Fmaj7          Fmaj7
Toni -        ght ni -         ght 
Dmaj7                        Dmaj7
        We'll finally change 
Fmaj7
        You and I   will wait
Em9                             Amaj7i                               
      And maybe time will te -          ll
     Amaj7i                                                     
All          over
      Fmaj7             Fmaj7
All          over, all         over
    Dmaj7                  Dmaj7
All          over, All ov -         er
          Fmaj7
You and         I will need a
          Em9
You and       I will need a
           Amaj7                             Amaj7
You and          I will need a better place 
               Fmaj7                Fmaj7
To start all         over again,            oh babe
            Dmaj7
Maybe to -         morow
                Dmaj7                 Fmaj7
Will be their         brighter day -         hey
             Em9
              /                                           
Hee-hee-hee-        hey, all over //
Fmaj7
  102210
       103210
Gmaj7
  324432
       3x5432
Amaj7i x07654
Amaj7
  x02120
Dmaj7
  xx0222
Em9
    025432
F#m7
   242222
F#m9
   242224

Violet chords and lyrics

Free chords for Violet by Seal. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

VIOLET (MTV unplugged)  -       Seal
Intro:
                Amaj7i      Amaj7i                                     
Pa padapadaa –          ah 
Em9                          Amaj7i       Amaj7i                            
     Look to see I'm alri -          ght 
Em9                                 Amaj7i       Amaj7i                      
      Don’t look to see I'm alri -          ght           oohh
Fmaj7  2 MEASURES
Break:
Amaj7i     2 MEASURES
Fmaj7      2 MEASURES
Dmaj7      2 MEASURES
Fmaj7      1 MEASURE
Em9        1 MEASURE
Amaj7i     2 MEASURES
Fmaj7      2 MEASURES
Dmaj7      2 MEASURES (Aaaahhh)
Em9                        Amaj7i      Amaj7i                               
      You and I will wa -          it 
Em9                             Amaj7i                               
      And maybe time will te -          ll
     Amaj7i                                                     
All          over
Amaj7i x07654
Amaj7  x02120
Dmaj7  xx0222
Em9    025432
F#m7   242222
F#m9   242224

Violet Chords by Seal

Learn how to play Violet by Seal with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Violet chords”, “Violet guitar chords”, or “Seal Violet 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 Violet chords and for experienced players who want accurate Violet lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Fmaj7, Gmaj7, Amaj7, Dmaj7, A, Em9.

Frequently asked questions about Violet

How do I play "Violet" by Seal on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Violet" by Seal 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 "Violet" by Seal free?

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

Can I transpose "Violet" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Violet"?

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

Is "Violet" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Violet" in?

The chords for "Violet" show the original chord names (including Fmaj7, Gmaj7, Amaj7, Dmaj7, A, Em9). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.