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Stranglehold

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Palm mute the Em in the verses and intro
Please know: the chords in the pre-chorus aren't actually chords, they're just the notes the sax plays.
                                                                          (if you want to play along)
[Intro]
Em
[Verse 1]
Em                                         A   G Em
Can I get you to give me a minute of your time
                             A   B
Can I get you to slip me the answer
Em                                         A
Can I get you to show me a little of your mime
          G        F#7        F   Em   G  F#7  A
You were always a very good dancer
Em
[Verse 2]
Em                                        A   G Em
I'd be happy to show you a bit of what I found
                             A     B
I'd be happy to share in its beauty
Em                                    A
I'd be happy to lay low inevitably bound
        G        F#7       F   Em  G F#7 A
I would only be doing my duty
[Pre-chorus]
   A
I wait, I wait, I can wait
D C# B E G E G E
D C# B E G E G E
 E     D    C#          B      E   G    E      G
I can wait back in the bar, I can wait, I can wait
 E     D    C#          B      E   G    E        A
I can wait back in the car, I'll be waiting for you
[Chorus]
D              A
Stranglehold, you know you've got one on me
          D           A
I don't wanna go without you
D                     A
Stranglehold, you've got me where you want me
        G               A
But I wanna know more about you
    G               D    C
I wanna know more about you
Em
[Verse 3]
Em                                        A     G Em
Are you willing to wager a little of your life
                                A    B
Are you willing to take such a gamble
Em                                        A
Are you ready to walk on the edge of the knife
        G       F#7        F    Em GF#7A
                 *                   
Then I think we can skip the preamble
[Pre-chorus]
   A
I wait, I wait, I can wait
DC#BEGEGE
        [x2]
 E     D    C#          B      E   G    E      G
I can wait back in the bar, I can wait, I can wait
 E     D    C#          B      E   G    E        A
I can wait back in the car, I'll be waiting for you
          A
I'll be waiting
[Chorus]
D              A
Stranglehold, you know you've got one on me
          D           A
I don't wanna go without you
D                     A
Stranglehold, you've got me where you want me
        G               A
But I wanna know more about you
    G               D    C
I wanna know more about you
[Outro]
D C# B E G E G E
 E     D    C# B E G E G E
I can wait
 E     D    C#          B      E   G    E      G
I can wait back in the bar, I can wait, I can wait
 E     D    C#          B      E   G    E        E
I can wait back in the car, I'll be waiting for you

Stranglehold chords and lyrics

Free chords for Stranglehold by Paul McCartney. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

Palm mute the Em in the verses and intro
Please know: the chords in the pre-chorus aren't actually chords, they're just the notes the sax plays.
                                                                          (if you want to play along)
[Intro]
Em
[Verse 1]
Em
[Verse 2]
[Pre-chorus]
D C# B E G E G E
D C# B E G E G E
[Chorus]
Em
[Verse 3]
[Pre-chorus]
D C# B E G E G E [x2]
[Chorus]
[Outro]
D C# B E G E G E

Stranglehold Chords by Paul McCartney

Learn how to play Stranglehold by Paul McCartney with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Stranglehold chords”, “Stranglehold guitar chords”, or “Paul McCartney Stranglehold 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 Stranglehold chords and for experienced players who want accurate Stranglehold lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Em, A, G, B, F#7, F.

Frequently asked questions about Stranglehold

How do I play "Stranglehold" by Paul McCartney on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Stranglehold" by Paul McCartney 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.

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Can I transpose "Stranglehold" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Stranglehold"?

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

Is "Stranglehold" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Stranglehold" in?

The chords for "Stranglehold" show the original chord names (including Em, A, G, B, F#7, F). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.