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Riptide

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Based on this live cover
https://youtu.be/Mco73lwHMMc
[Intro]
Bbm  Ab  Db
Ooo, ooo ooo
Bbm  Ab           Db
Ooo, ooo and they come unstuck
[Verse 1]
N.C
I was scared of dentists and the dark
N.C
I was scared of pretty girls and starting conversations
    Gb                         Bbm
Oh, all my friends are turning green
           Ab
You're the magician's assistant in their dreams
[Pre Chorus]
Bbm  Ab  Db
Ooo, Ooo ooo
Bbm Ab            Db
Oh, ooo and they come unstuck
[Chorus]
Bbm   Ab                  Db
Lady, running down to the riptide
                  Bbm
Taken away to the dark side
Ab              Db
I wanna be your left hand man
  Bbm      Ab                       Db
I love you when you're singing that song and
                   Bbm
I got a lump in my throat because
Ab                   Db
You're gonna sing the words wrong
[Verse 2]
Gb                                     Bb5 Eb5/Bb
There's this movie that I think you'll like
     Db Dbsus2      Db Dbsus2        Db Dbsus2
This guy decides to quit his job and heads to New York City
     Gb                            Bb5 Eb5/Bb
This cowboy's running from himself
    Db Dbsus2         Db Dbsus2      Db Dbsus2
And she's been living on the highest shelf,  and I say
[Pre Chorus]
Bbm  Ab   Db
Ooo, ooo, ooo
Bbm  Ab  Db
Ooo, Oh, and they come unstuck
[Chorus]
Bbm   Ab                  Db
Lady, running down to the riptide
                  Bbm
Taken away to the dark side
Ab              Db
I wanna be your left hand man
  Bbm      Ab                       Db
I love you when you're singing that song and
                   Bbm
I got a lump in my throat because
Ab                   Db
You're gonna sing the words wrong
[Bridge]
Gbmaj7                     Bbm7
I just wanna, I just wanna know
Ab                               Ebm7
If you're gonna, if you're gonna stay
Bbm                        Ab
I just gotta, I just gotta know
Db                               Gb
I can't have it, I can't have it any other way
  Bbm         Ab               Db
I swear she's destined for the screen
Bbm              Ab                Db
Closest thing to Michelle Pfeiffer that you've ever seen, oh
[Chorus]
Gbmaj7                    Bbm7
Lady, running down to the riptide
                  Ab6
Taken away to the dark side
                Ebm7
I wanna be your left hand man
  Gbmaj7                            Bbm7
I love you when you're singing that song and
                   Ab6
I got a lump in my throat because
                      N.C
You're gonna sing the words wrong
Bbm   Ab                  Db
Lady, running down to the riptide
                  Bbm
Taken away to the dark side
Ab              Db
I wanna be your left hand man
  Bbm      Ab                       Db
I love you when you're singing that song and
                   Bbm
I got a lump in my throat because
Ab                   Db
You're gonna sing the words wrong
   Gb    Bbm                 Ab
Oh lady, running down to the riptide
Db                Gb
Taken away to the dark side
  Bbm           Ab
I wanna be your left hand man
  Gb       Bbm                      Ab
I love you when you're singing that song and
Db                 Gb
I got a lump in my throat because
Bbm                   Db
You're gonna sing the words wrong
[Outro]
Bbm  Ab   Db
Ooo, ooo, ooo

Riptide chords and lyrics

Free chords for Riptide by The Griswolds. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

Based on this live cover
https://youtu.be/Mco73lwHMMc
[Intro]
[Verse 1]
N.C
I was scared of dentists and the dark
N.C
I was scared of pretty girls and starting conversations
[Pre Chorus]
[Chorus]
[Verse 2]
[Pre Chorus]
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
[Chorus]
                      N.C
You're gonna sing the words wrong
[Outro]

Riptide Chords by The Griswolds

Learn how to play Riptide by The Griswolds with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Riptide chords”, “Riptide guitar chords”, or “The Griswolds Riptide 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 Riptide chords and for experienced players who want accurate Riptide lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Bbm, Ab, Db, C, Gb, Bb5.

Frequently asked questions about Riptide

How do I play "Riptide" by The Griswolds on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Riptide" by The Griswolds 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 "Riptide" by The Griswolds free?

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Can I transpose "Riptide" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Riptide"?

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

Is "Riptide" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Riptide" in?

The chords for "Riptide" show the original chord names (including Bbm, Ab, Db, C, Gb, Bb5). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.