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[Intro]
 D5B5F5C5
|  |  | (4x)
[Verse 1]
                       C5          D5
N.C.                               
Monkey see, monkey do (I don't know why)
                         C5          D5
N.C.                                 
Walk around, follow you (I don't know why)
                          C5          D5
N.C.                                  
Throw it out, keep it in (I don't know why)
                          C5          D5
N.C.                                  
Have to have poison skin (I don't know why)
[Chorus]
D5  B5  F5
Pay
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
[Verse 2]
                           C5          D5
N.C.                                   
Walk an inch, take a mile (I don't know why)
                           C5          D5
N.C.                                   
Never faded, never smiled (I don't know why)
                        C5          D5
N.C.                                
Nevermind, eat and run (I don't know why)
                       C5          D5
N.C.                               
Monkey ass motherfuck (I don't know why)
[Chorus]
D5  B5  F5
Pay
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
[Guitar Solo]
D5  F#5
       I don't know why
D5  F#5
       I don't know why
[Chorus]
D5  B5  F5
Pay
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
[Verse 3]
                       C5          D5
N.C.                               
Monkey see, monkey do (I don't know why)
                         C5          D5
N.C.                                 
Walk around, follow you (I don't know why)
                          C5          D5
N.C.                                  
Throw it out, keep it in (I don't know why)
                          C5          D5
N.C.                                  
Have to have poison skin (I don't know why)
[Chorus]
D5  B5  F5
Pay
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
[Guitar Solo]
D5  F#5
       I don't know why
D5  F#5
       I don't know why
[Chorus]
D5  B5  F5
Pay
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
[Bass Solo]
(Bass playing, on guitar play dead notes repeatedly) 
 D5B5F5C5
|  |  | (4x)
[Outro]
D5  B5  F5
Pay
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5  B5  F5
Pay to play
C5       D5
Pay to play

Pay To Play chords and lyrics

Free chords for Pay To Play by Nirvana. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

[Intro]
|D5 B5 |F5 C5 | (4x)
[Verse 1]
[Chorus]
[Verse 2]
[Chorus]
[Guitar Solo]
[Chorus]
[Verse 3]
[Chorus]
[Guitar Solo]
[Chorus]
[Bass Solo]
(Bass playing, on guitar play dead notes repeatedly) 
|D5 B5 |F5 C5 | (4x)
[Outro]

Pay To Play Chords by Nirvana

Learn how to play Pay To Play by Nirvana with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Pay To Play chords”, “Pay To Play guitar chords”, or “Nirvana Pay To Play 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 Pay To Play chords and for experienced players who want accurate Pay To Play lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include D5, B5, F5, C5, C, F#5.

Frequently asked questions about Pay To Play

How do I play "Pay To Play" by Nirvana on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Pay To Play" by Nirvana 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 "Pay To Play" by Nirvana free?

Yes. The chords for "Pay To Play" by Nirvana are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Pay To Play" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Pay To Play"?

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

Is "Pay To Play" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Pay To Play" by Nirvana with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Nirvana below.

What key is "Pay To Play" in?

The chords for "Pay To Play" show the original chord names (including D5, B5, F5, C5, C, F#5). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.