Words was composed by brothers Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb, members of the Bee Gees. It was inspired by the frequent arguments between Barry and his then-girlfriend, reflecting on how words can be powerful to both hurt and heal. Released in 1968, it became one of the bands biggest hits and a symbol of the 60s.
Key: G
Introduction:(piano arr. for guitar):
G
v v v v v v v v
G
Smile an everlasting smile
A
A smile can bring you near to me
D7
Don't ever let me find you gone
C/G
G
'Cause that would bring a tear to me
A#
This world has lost its glory
F
Let's start a brand new story now, my love
G
Right now there'll be no other time
A
D7
And I can show you how, my love
A#
You think that I don't even mean
D
A single word I say
G
D7
It's only words and words are all I have
G
D7
To take your heart away
G
D7
It's only words and words are all I have
G
D7
To take your heart away
G
D7/F#
G
D7
G
/ / / / / / / / / / / / / -- another ace 60's tab from Andrew Rogers