Sweet Child O’ Mine Ukulele Chords – Guns N’ Roses. This song uses the chords: D, Csus2, G, A, E, C. You can change the key for free, as needed.
Sweet Child O’ Mine Ukulele Chords – Guns N’ Roses
(The original recording is in the key of Eb. The guitars are tuned down a half-step)
INTRO:
D C G D x2
VERSE 1:
DShe’s got a smile that seems to me
ReCsus2minds me of childhood memories
Where Geverything was as fresh as the bright blue Dsky
Now and then when I see her face
She Csus2takes me away to that special place
And if I Gstared too long I’d probably break down and Dcry
CHORUS 1:
AWoah woCah oh oh
Sweet Child O’ DMine
AWoah oh oh Coh
Sweet Love O’ DMine
INSTRUMENTAL:
D C G D
VERSE 2:
DShe’s got eyes of the blues skies
As Csus2if they thought of rain
I’d Ghate to look into those eyes and Dsee an ounce of pain
Her hair reminds me of a warm safe place
Where Csus2as a child I’d hide
And Gpray for the thunder and the rain to Dquietly pass me by
CHORUS 2:
AWoah oh Coh
Sweet Child O’ DMine
AWoah oh Coh
Sweet love O’ Dmine
INSTRUMENTAL:
D C G D Woah yeah
CHORUS 3:
AWoah oh oh Coh
Sweet child o’ Dmine
AWoah-oh woah-Coh
Sweet love of Dmine
AWoah oh-oh-Coh
Sweet child o’ Dmine ooh yeah
AOoh-ooh-ooh-Cooh
Sweet love of Dmine
SOLO:
E C B A x4
E G A C D G x4
OUTRO:
EWhere do we go
GWhere do we go now
AWhere do we go C D G
EWhere do we go
GWhere do we go now
AWhere do we go C D G E
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“Sweet Child O’ Mine” History:
“Sweet Child O’ Mine” is a song by the American rock band Guns N’ Roses. It was released on their debut album, *Appetite for Destruction*, in 1987. Here are some key points about the song:
1. **Band Members**: The song features Axl Rose on vocals, Slash on lead guitar, Izzy Stradlin on rhythm guitar, Duff McKagan on bass, and Steven Adler on drums.
2. **Chart Performance**: “Sweet Child O’ Mine” was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. It remains one of the band’s most popular and enduring songs.
3. **Songwriting and Composition**: The song was written by the band members. The iconic guitar riff was created by Slash as a joke during a jam session, but it quickly became the foundation of the song. Axl Rose wrote the lyrics, which were inspired by his then-girlfriend Erin Everly.
4. **Music Video**: The music video for “Sweet Child O’ Mine” was directed by Nigel Dick and features the band performing the song in a warehouse. The video received heavy rotation on MTV and contributed to the song’s popularity.
5. **Legacy**: “Sweet Child O’ Mine” is often regarded as one of the greatest rock songs of all time. It has been covered by numerous artists and remains a staple of classic rock radio. The song’s riff is widely recognized and has been praised for its catchy, melodic quality.
6. **Awards and Recognition**: The song has received various accolades over the years. It was ranked number 37 on Rolling Stone’s list of “The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time” and has been certified multi-platinum in several countries.
7. **Live Performances**: “Sweet Child O’ Mine” is a regular part of Guns N’ Roses’ live setlists. The band has performed it at many of their concerts and major events, including their performances at major festivals and their Use Your Illusion Tour.
The song’s combination of a memorable guitar riff, emotive lyrics, and powerful vocals has made it a timeless classic in the rock music genre.
