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Shiny Things

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[Verse 1]
             Ab        Db     Ab
the things a crow puts in its nest
                Ab        Db         Ab    Eb
they are always things he finds that shine best
              Db   Eb7         Cm
somehow he'll find     a shiny dime
Fm7         Bbm7  Eb7             Cm
   a silver twine     from a valentine
Fm7              Bbm7  Eb7            Ab
   the crows all bring     them shiny things
[Verse 2]
          Ab       Db      Ab
leave me alone you big old moon
              Ab      Db     Ab  Eb
the light you cast is just a li--ar
                Db    Eb7             Cm
you're like the crows     cause if it glows
Fm7                  Bbm7  Eb7               Cm
   you're dressed to go        you guessed i know
Fm7              Bbm7  Eb7            Ab
   you'll always bring     them shiny things
[Verse 3]
             Ab      Db     Ab
well i'm not dancing here tonight
               Ab       Db   Ab  Eb
but things are bound to turn a---round
         Db    Eb7             Cm
the only thing     i want that shines
Fm7         Bbm7  Eb7               Cm
   is to be king      there in your eyes
Fm7             Bbm7  Eb7       Ab
   to be your only        shiny thing
[Intrumental]
Ab    Ab     Db     Ab
Ab    Ab     Db     Ab     Eb
Db    Eb7    Cm     Fm7
Bbm7  Eb7    Cm     Fm7
Bbm7  Eb7    Ab

Shiny Things chords and lyrics

Free chords for Shiny Things by Tom Waits. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

[Verse 1]
[Verse 2]
[Verse 3]
[Intrumental]
Ab    Ab     Db     Ab
Ab    Ab     Db     Ab     Eb
Db    Eb7    Cm     Fm7
Bbm7  Eb7    Cm     Fm7
Bbm7  Eb7    Ab

Shiny Things Chords by Tom Waits

Learn how to play Shiny Things by Tom Waits with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Shiny Things chords”, “Shiny Things guitar chords”, or “Tom Waits Shiny Things 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 Shiny Things chords and for experienced players who want accurate Shiny Things lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Ab, Db, Eb, Eb7, Cm, Fm7.

Frequently asked questions about Shiny Things

How do I play "Shiny Things" by Tom Waits on guitar?

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Can I transpose "Shiny Things" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Shiny Things"?

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

Is "Shiny Things" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Shiny Things" by Tom Waits with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Tom Waits below.

What key is "Shiny Things" in?

The chords for "Shiny Things" show the original chord names (including Ab, Db, Eb, Eb7, Cm, Fm7). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.