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[Intro]
Em    D     Em     D
[Verse 1]
Em
Night after night I keep holding on
D                                        Em
You say you love me then you leave me so lonely
Em
Well I don't believe a single thing you're sayin'
D                                       Em
I think it's all some evil game you're playin'
G                        Em
Still all day long all I do is think about you
G                         Em
You got me believin' that I can't live without you
C                          G         D
Well if you want it, well here is my confession
C                    B
And I can't help it, you're my obsession
[Chorus]
Em
Protection, that's what I need
       D                           Em
I want protection, baby, from your love
Em
Protection, that's what I need
       D                           Em
I want protection, baby, from your love
[Verse 2]
Em
The phone rings in the middle of the night
D                               Em
And when I pick it up you won't answer
Em
Knock on the door, I rush down the stairs
D
When I open up, there's no one there
G                   Em
Out in the darkness I feel your eyes on me
G                Em
I lay in bed and feel your arms upon me
C                   G       D
Well is it all just my imagination?
C                     B
You keep my in doubt believing I can't live without you
[Chorus]
Em
Protection, that's what I need
       D                           Em
I want protection, baby, from your love
Em
Protection, that's what I need
       D                           Em
I want protection, baby, from your love
[Solo]
G   Em   G   Em
C   G  D    C   B
[Verse 3]
Em
I stand alone at my window
D
I see you waitin' in the shadows down below
Em
I feel your fingers on my face
D                           B
I know I want to stay, but I want to run away
[Chorus]
Em
Protection, that's what I need
       D                           Em
I want protection, baby, from your love
Em
Protection, that's what I need
       D                           Em
I want protection, baby, from your love
[Outro]
Em    D     Em     D
repeat and fade

Protection chords and lyrics

Free chords for Protection by Bruce Springsteen. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

[Intro]
Em    D     Em     D
[Verse 1]
[Chorus]
[Verse 2]
[Chorus]
[Solo]
G   Em   G   Em  
C   G  D    C   B
[Verse 3]
[Chorus]
[Outro]
Em    D     Em     D
repeat and fade

Protection Chords by Bruce Springsteen

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

Frequently asked questions about Protection

How do I play "Protection" by Bruce Springsteen on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Protection" by Bruce Springsteen 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 "Protection" by Bruce Springsteen free?

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

Can I transpose "Protection" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Protection"?

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

Is "Protection" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Protection" in?

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