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Idol

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[Intro](Solo Piano)
Am9  Bm7   Em  F9  Bm7 Abdim/E Ddim/E
[Verse 1]
 Am7
Oh, he was a light star
  Bm7
Tripping on a high wire
  Abmaj7               Ebmaj7
Bulldog stubborn and born uneven
  Baug
A classless creature
   AbdimE     Am7
    /       
A man for all seasons but don't bet them
            Bm7
They can't take him to the very bottom
        Abmaj7                  Ebmaj7
Because they made him and they'll waste him
              Baug     Abdim/E  Abdim    Am7
And I don't believe that I want to watch them
[Piano interlude]
Am9 Bm9 Abmaj7   Ebmaj7
[Chorus]
         Baug          Abdim/E     Am9      Em/A
Because the fifties shifted out of gear
           D7            G        G7/B   C
He was an idol then, now he's an idol here
C        D/C                Bm7             Em7
But his face has changed, he's not the same, no more
A7                 B7               Abdim/E              Am7
And I have to say that I like the way his music sounded before
[Verse 2]
       Am9
He was tight-assed
Bm9
Walking on broken glass
Abmaj7                  Ebmaj7
Highly prized in the wallet size
          Baug            Abdim/E      Am9
The number one crush in a schoolgirl's eyes
Am9                             Bm9
But don't pretend that it won't end
In the depth of your despair
Abmaj7                                  Ebmaj7
You went from lame suits right down to tennis shoes
    Baug    Abdim/E         Am7    Am9
To peanuts from the lion's share, alright
[Interlude]
Am9 Bm9 Abmaj7 Ebmaj7
[Chorus]
         Baug          Abdim/E     Am9      Em/A
Because the fifties shifted out of gear
           D7            G        G7/B   C
He was an idol then, now he's an idol here
C        D/C                Bm7             Em7
But his face has changed, he's not the same, no more
A7                 B7               Abdim/E              Am7
And I have to say that I like the way his music sounded before
[Outro]
Am9 Bm9 Abmaj7   Ebmaj7
Ending
Baug Abdim/E                    Am9

Idol chords and lyrics

Free chords for Idol by Elton John. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

[Intro](Solo Piano)
Am9  Bm7   Em  F9  Bm7 Abdim/E Ddim/E
[Verse 1]
[Piano interlude]
Am9 Bm9 Abmaj7   Ebmaj7
[Chorus]
[Verse 2]
In the depth of your despair
[Interlude]
Am9 Bm9 Abmaj7 Ebmaj7
[Chorus]
[Outro]
Am9 Bm9 Abmaj7   Ebmaj7
[Ending]
Baug Abdim/E                    Am9

Idol Chords by Elton John

Learn how to play Idol by Elton John with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Idol chords”, “Idol guitar chords”, or “Elton John Idol 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 Idol chords and for experienced players who want accurate Idol lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Am9, Bm7, Em, F9, Abdim/E, Ddim/E.

Frequently asked questions about Idol

How do I play "Idol" by Elton John on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Idol" by Elton John 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 "Idol" by Elton John are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Idol" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Idol"?

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

Is "Idol" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Idol" in?

The chords for "Idol" show the original chord names (including Am9, Bm7, Em, F9, Abdim/E, Ddim/E). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.