Childrens Bread

Chords00
Listen on
YouTubeSpotifyApple Music
15
Original
Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams
[Intro]
A A D A A A D E
A A7 D A D E A A
[Chorus]
A D A
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
A D E
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
A A7 D A
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
D E A
Makin' so many people lives so hard
[Verse 1]
A D A
Now while those cats get fat, in came all the rats
A D E
Stole away the cheese and doing as they please
A A7 D A
Jack Spratt ate all the fat, his wife ate all the lean
D E A
And so between the both, you see they licked the platter clean, so
[Chorus]
A D A
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
A D E
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
A A7 D A
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
D E A
Makin' so many people lives so hard
A A D A A A D E
A A7 D A D E A A
[Verse 2]
A D A
Now there's a gathering on Main Street, shuffling on Wall Street
A D E
To a new drum beat, turning up the heat, now
A A7 D A
Now the weak get strong, singing a new song
D E A
Time has come for us to right the wrong, and so
[Chorus]
A D A
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
A D E
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
A A7 D A
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs, oh
D E A
Makin' so many people lives so hard, we're singin'
A A D A A A D E
A A7 D A D E A A
[Instrumental]
A A D A A A D E
A A7 D A D E A A
[Outro]
A D A
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
A D E
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
A A7 D A
They took the children's bread and give it to the dogs
D E A
Makin' so many people lives so hard, hey
D E A
Makin' so many people lives so hard, hey
D E A
Makin' so many people lives so hard

Childrens Bread chords and lyrics

Free chords for Childrens Bread by Jimmy Cliff. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

[Intro]
A A D A   A A D E
A A7 D A  D E A A
[Chorus]
[Verse 1]
[Chorus]
A A D A   A A D E
A A7 D A  D E A A
[Verse 2]
[Chorus]
A A D A   A A D E
A A7 D A  D E A A
[Instrumental]
A A D A   A A D E
A A7 D A  D E A A
[Outro]

Childrens Bread Chords by Jimmy Cliff

Learn how to play Childrens Bread by Jimmy Cliff with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Childrens Bread chords”, “Childrens Bread guitar chords”, or “Jimmy Cliff Childrens Bread 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 Childrens Bread chords and for experienced players who want accurate Childrens Bread lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include A, D, E, A7.

Frequently asked questions about Childrens Bread

How do I play "Childrens Bread" by Jimmy Cliff on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Childrens Bread" by Jimmy Cliff 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 "Childrens Bread" by Jimmy Cliff free?

Yes. The chords for "Childrens Bread" by Jimmy Cliff are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Childrens Bread" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Childrens Bread"?

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

Is "Childrens Bread" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Childrens Bread" by Jimmy Cliff with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Jimmy Cliff below.

What key is "Childrens Bread" in?

The chords for "Childrens Bread" show the original chord names (including A, D, E, A7). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.

Childrens Bread Chords · Jimmy Cliff