Key: B · Capo: 4th fret · BPM: 120 · Difficulty: Beginner · Chords: G, D, Em · Strumming: D DUDUDUD
[Verse 1] G Well, Mama told me, D Em when I was young. G D Em Come sit beside me, my only son. G D Em And listen closely, to what I say. G D And if you do this, it'll help you, Em some sunny day. Oh yeah! [Verse 2] G D Em Oh, take your time, don't live too fast. G D Em Troubles will come, and they will pass. G D Em Go find a woman, and you'll find love. G And don't forget son, D Em there is someone up above. [Chorus] G D Em And be a simple kind of man. G D Oh, be something, you love Em and understand. G D Em Baby, be a simple kind of man. G D Oh, won't you do this for me son, Em if you can? [Verse 3] G D Em Forget your lust, for rich man's gold, G D Em All that you need, is in your soul. G D And you can do this, oh baby, Em if you try. G D All that I want for you my son, Em is to be satisfied. [Chorus] G D Em And be a simple kind of man. G D Oh, be something, you love Em and understand. G D Em Baby, be a simple kind of man. G D Oh, won't you do this for me son, Em if you can? Oh yes, I will. [Verse 4] G D Boy, don't you worry, you'll Em find yourself. G D Em Follow your heart, and nothing else. G D You can do this, oh baby, Em if you try. G D All that I want for you my son, Em is to be satisfied. [Chorus] G D Em And be a simple kind of man. G D Oh, be something, you love Em and understand. G D Em Baby, be a simple kind of man. G D Oh, won't you do this for me son, Em if you can? Baby, be a simple, be a simple man
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ℹ️ About This Song
On the 13th of August 1973, the song was released, produced by Al Kooper. Allen Collins played the guitar on this track.
Track Info
- Song: Simple Man
- Artist: Lynyrd Skynyrd
- Produced by Al Kooper
- Release Date: August 13, 1973
Chords Info
- Tuning: Standard(E A D G B E)
- BPM: 120
- Key: B
- Capo: 4th fret
- Chords: G, D, Em
- Suggested Strumming: D DUDUDUD
D= Down Stroke, U = Upstroke, N.C= No Chord
| Guitar Chords | Ukulele Chords |
| G – 320003 D – xx0232 Em – 022000 | G – 0232 D – 2220 Em – 0402 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What key is Simple Man in?
Simple Man is in the key of B.
What chords do I need for Simple Man?
You need G, D, Em to play Simple Man by Lynyrd Skynyrd.
Do I need a capo for Simple Man?
Yes, place a capo on the 4th fret to play Simple Man by Lynyrd Skynyrd.
How hard is Simple Man to play on guitar?
Simple Man by Lynyrd Skynyrd is rated Beginner. It uses simple open chords and is great for new players.