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Banjo

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[Intro]
C C C C F F C C G G C C
[Verse 1]
        C
There's something that I'm watching means a lot to me
        F                                          C
There's something that I'm watching means a lot to me
        G                          F             C
It's a broken banjo bobbing on the dark infested sea
        G                          F             C
It's a broken banjo bobbing on the dark infested sea
[Verse 2]
C
Don't know how it got there maybe taken by the wave
F                                                 C
Don't know how it got there probably taken by the wave
                 G       F                    C
Off of someone's shoulder or out of someone's grave
             G              F                 C
Off of someone's shoulder or out of someone's grave
[Instrumental]
E    Am    E    Am  F    G     Cm   G
[Verse 3]
        C
It's coming for me darling no matter where I go
     F                                       C
It's coming for me darling no matter where I go
    G                 F              C
Its duty is to harm me my duty is to know
    G                 F              C
Its duty is to harm me my duty is to know
[Verse 4]
        C
There's something that I'm watching means a lot to me
        F                                          C
There's something that I'm watching means a lot to me
       G                           F             C
It's a broken banjo bobbing on the dark infested sea
       G                           F             C
It's a broken banjo bobbing on the dark infested sea

Banjo chords and lyrics

Free chords for Banjo by Leonard Cohen. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

[Intro]
C C C C F F C C G G C C
[Verse 1]
[Verse 2]
[Instrumental]
E    Am    E    Am  F    G     Cm   G
[Verse 3]
[Verse 4]

Banjo Chords by Leonard Cohen

Learn how to play Banjo by Leonard Cohen with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Banjo chords”, “Banjo guitar chords”, or “Leonard Cohen Banjo 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 Banjo chords and for experienced players who want accurate Banjo lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C, F, G, E, Am, Cm.

Frequently asked questions about Banjo

How do I play "Banjo" by Leonard Cohen on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Banjo" by Leonard Cohen 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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Yes. The chords for "Banjo" by Leonard Cohen are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Banjo" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Banjo"?

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

Is "Banjo" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Banjo" in?

The chords for "Banjo" show the original chord names (including C, F, G, E, Am, Cm). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.