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Capo 2nd fret
[Intro]
Am   E
[Verse 1]
       Am                E
As the walls are closing in
        Am             E
And the colors fade to black
       Am               E                     Am   E
And my eyes are falling fast and deep into me
      Am                             E
And I follow the tracks that lead me down
      Am                  E
And I never follow what’s right
         Am                             E
And they wonder sometimes when they see all the
            Am                       E
Sadness and pain the truth brings to light
[Chorus 1]
         F            G
’Cause I can’t see no reason
        E            F
What is blind cannot see
                      G
’Cause I want what is pleasin’
      E              F
All I take should be free
                    G
What I rob from the innocent ones
         E              F     Am    F     E
What I’d steal from the womb
[Post-Chorus 1]
     Am                  E
If I cried me a river of all my confessions
        Am                  E
Would I drown in my shallow regret
[Interlude]
[Verse 2]
       Am                E
As the walls are closing in
        Am             E
And the colors fade to black
        Am               E                          Am   E
And the night is falling fast and deep into the sea
       Am                      E
And in darkness all that I can see
    Am                 E
The frightened and the weak
    Am                 E
Are forced to cling to mistakes they know 
        Am                  E
Nothing of at mercy are the meek
[Chorus 2]
         F            G
’Cause I can’t see no reason
        E            F
What is blind cannot see
                      G
’Cause I want what is pleasin’
      E              F
All I take should be free
                    G
What I rob from the innocent ones
         E              F     Am    F     E
What I’d steal from the womb
[Post-Chorus 2]
     Am                  E
If I cried me a river of all my confessions
        Am                  E
Would I drown in my shallow regret

Black chords and lyrics

Free chords for Black by Sarah McLachlan. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

Capo 2nd fret
[Intro]
Am   E
[Verse 1]
[Chorus 1]
[Post-Chorus 1]
[Interlude]
[Verse 2]
[Chorus 2]
[Post-Chorus 2]

Black Chords by Sarah McLachlan

Learn how to play Black by Sarah McLachlan with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Black chords”, “Black guitar chords”, or “Sarah McLachlan Black 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 Black chords and for experienced players who want accurate Black lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Am, E, F, G.

Frequently asked questions about Black

How do I play "Black" by Sarah McLachlan on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Black" by Sarah McLachlan 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 "Black" by Sarah McLachlan free?

Yes. The chords for "Black" by Sarah McLachlan are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Black" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Black"?

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

Is "Black" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Black" in?

The chords for "Black" show the original chord names (including Am, E, F, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.