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Windowsill

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Windowsill
        G
Intro:  
VERSE 1
G
Don't wanna hear the noises on TV,
Em
Don't want the salesmen coming after me,
C                                         Em
Don't wanna live in my father's house no more.
G
Don't want it faster, I dont want it free,
E
Don't wanna show you what they done to me,
C                                        Em
Don't wanna live in my father's house no more.
G
Don't wanna choose black or blue,
E
Don't wanna see what they done to you,
C                                       G         Em
Don't wanna live in my father's house no more
CHORUS
Em          G
'Cause the tide is high,
Em       G             Em
and its rising still,
        C                       G
and I don't wanna see it at my windowsill.
VERSE 2
G
Don't wanna give 'em my name and address,
Em
Don't wanna see what happens next,
C                                         Em
Don't wanna live in my father's house no more.
G
Don't wanna live with my father's debt,
Em
You can't forgive what you can't forget,
C                                        Em
Don't wanna live in my father's house no more.
G
Don't wanna fight in a holy war,
Em
Don't want the salesmen knocking at my door,
C                                 G       Em
I don't wanna live in America no more.
CHORUS
Em          G
'Cause the tide is high,
Em       G             Em
and its rising still,
        C                       G             Em
and I don't wanna see it at my windowsill.
G                        Em
Don't wanna see it at my windowsill!
G                        Em
Don't wanna see it at my windowsill!
C                        G
Don't wanna see it at my windowsill!
VERSE 3
G
MTV, what have you done to me?
G
Save my soul, set me free!
G
Set me free! What have you done to me?
G
I can't breathe! I can't see!
G
World War III,
G
when are you coming for me?
G
Been kicking up sparks,
G
we set the flames free.
G
The windows are locked now,
G
so what'll it be?
G                                Em
A house on fire, a rising sea?
CHORUS 2
Em           G
Why is the night so still?
Em          G               Em
Why did I take the pill?
            C                       G            Em
Because I don't wanna see it at my windowsill!
OUTRO
G                        Em
Don't wanna see it at my windowsill!
G                        Em
Don't wanna see it at my windowsill!
C                        G             Em
Don't wanna see it at my windowsill!

Windowsill chords and lyrics

Free chords for Windowsill by Arcade Fire. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

Windowsill
Intro:  G
VERSE 1
CHORUS
VERSE 2
CHORUS
VERSE 3
CHORUS 2
OUTRO

Windowsill Chords by Arcade Fire

Learn how to play Windowsill by Arcade Fire with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Windowsill chords”, “Windowsill guitar chords”, or “Arcade Fire Windowsill 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 Windowsill chords and for experienced players who want accurate Windowsill lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include G, Em, C, E, A.

Frequently asked questions about Windowsill

How do I play "Windowsill" by Arcade Fire on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Windowsill" by Arcade Fire 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.

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Yes. The chords for "Windowsill" by Arcade Fire are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Windowsill" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Windowsill"?

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

Is "Windowsill" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Windowsill" in?

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