Beautiful Delilah
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Intro:
G5
#1:
C7
Beautiful Delilah, sweet as apple pie
C7
Always gets a second look from fellas passin' by
C7
Every time you see her she's with a different guy
C7
Beautiful Delilah, that's the reason why
Chorus:
F7 C7
Rebecca don't 'llow me fool around with you
G7 C7
You are so tantalizing you just can't be true
#2:
C7
Beautiful Delilah, dressed in the latest style
C7
Swingin' like a pendulum, walkin' down the aisle
C7
Deep romantic eyes, speak so low and mild
C7
Maybe she will settle down and marry after a while
[Refrão]
F7 C7
Rebecca don't 'llow me fool around with you
G7 C7
You are so tantalizing you just can't be true
Instrumental:
C F7 C G C
#3:
C7
Beautiful Delilah, bathin' in the sun
C7
An audience of seventeen, and notice not a one
C7
Local Casanova who wouldn't be outdone
C7
Let her steal his heart away and break it just for fun
[Refrão]
F7 C7
Rebecca don't 'llow me fool around with you
G7 C7
You are so tantalizing you just can't be true
Outro: C
How to play Beautiful Delilah
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G5. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.