Virginia
View chords used in this chart
Intro: B B/A B/Ab B (4x)
Verse 1
E A B B/A B B/A
It's like trying to light a cigarette
E A B B/A B B/A
When the matches you got are soaking wet
E A B B/A B B/A
Tallest buildings they got are bound to fall
E A B B/A B/Ab B B
When it's coming down like a wrecking ball
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E A B
Slow down, Virginia Don't make me wait
Abm F#m A B
Slow down, Virginia Don't make me wait
Abm F#m
Virginia
Verse 2
E A B B/A B B/A
It's everything that's cool rolled into one
E A B B/A B B/A
Everything that's not is left alone
E A B B/A B B/A
You can hear it ring from near and far
E A B B/A B/Ab B B
You can hear it scream like a fire alarm
Chorus
Bridge
B A
Verse 2
Chorus (2x)
How to play Virginia
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 B. 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.