The Singer Addresses His Audience
View chords used in this chart
Standard Tuning
E
E B A
We know, we know, we belong to ya
E B A G
We know you built your life around us
A E
Would we change, we had to change some
B
E B A
We know, we know, we belong to ya
E B A G
We know you threw your arms around us
A
And the hopes we wouldn't change
E
But we had to change some
G A E
You know, to belong to you
E|--0-2-4-5--|
A(barre) C#m
We're aware that you cut your hair
B A
In a style that our drummer wore
E
In a video
E|--0-2-3-4--|
G# C#m
But with fame came a mounting claim
B
For the evermore
You know
F#m
So when your bridal processional
A
Is a televised confessional
E C#m
To the benefits of Axe shampoo
B
You know we did it for you
We did it all for you
E B A
Cause we know, we know, we belong to ya
E B A G
We know you built your life around us
A E
And would we change, we had to change some
G A E
You know, to belong to you (x4)
G A E
To belong, to belong, to belong (x5)
During this jam part the lead electric comes in and plays a quick
E|--3---5---4---0--|
before playing the standard G A E barre chords until the finish.
Enjoy!
How to play The Singer Addresses His Audience
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 E. 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.