The Voice - Moody Blues | Song Tabs

The Voice Moody Blues

The original version of "The Voice" by the Moody Blues features lush production and atmospheric keyboards, but the song adapts well to solo acoustic guitar, focusing on strong melodic lines and dynamic chord changes.

Chord Progression and Transitions
The song uses common chords: Em, G, C, Am, F, D, Bm, E7, A, Dm, and Bb. For beginners, focus first on mastering transitions between Em, G, and C, as these recur throughout verses and interludes. Practice moving smoothly between these shapes, especially Em to G and G to C.

F and Bb can be challenging as barre chords. To simplify, use the Fmaj7 (xx3210) or an easier F (xx3211) if full barre is difficult. For Bb, try x1333x or a partial barre.

Strumming Pattern
A gentle, steady strumming pattern fits this song: try down-down-up-up-down-up (D D U U D U) for verses and chorus. Keep the rhythm fluid and relaxed, matching the song’s dreamy mood. For emphasis in the chorus, strum a bit louder and with more energy.

Techniques and Tips
Use light palm muting on the lower strings during verses for a softer effect. Let chords ring out during the chorus and bridge for fullness. Practice the transitions in the bridge, especially from E7 to Am and from F to A, as these can be awkward for beginners.

Take your time with the outro—repeat the main chord progression and let each chord ring for a full measure to capture the song's reflective ending.

Intro

F⁷ F Em F F⁷ D

Em G C C Em G C C

Verse 1

Em Won't you take meG back to school? IC need to learn the golden rule

Em Won't you lay itG on the line? IC need to hear it, just one more time

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again?G Ohh-oh can youF feel it?

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again toEm night?C

Verse 2

Em Each and everyG heart it seems, isC bounded by, a world of dreams

Em Each and everyG rising sun, isC greeted by, a lonely one

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again?G Ohh-oh can youF feel it?

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again toEm night?C

Bridge 1

CuzD out on theAm ocean ofD life my love

There'sBm so manyE⁷ storms, we mustAm rise above

Can youF hear the spirit calling, as it'sA carried across the waves?

You'reDm alreadyC falling it'sG calling youF back to face the music

And theA song that is coming through

You'reDm alreadyC falling, theBb one that isAm calling, isD you

Verse 3

Em Make a promise,G take a vow, andC trust your feelings, it's easy now

Em Understand, theG voice within, andC feel the change, already beginning

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again?G Ohh-oh can youF feel it?

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again toEm night?C

Interlude

Em G C C Em G C C

Chorus

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again?G Ohh-oh can youF feel it?

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again toEm night?C ToEm night

Bridge 2

AndD how manyAm words have ID got to say?

AndBm how manyE⁷ times, will itAm be this way?

With yourF arms around the future, and yourA back up against the past

You'reDm alreadyC falling it'sG calling youF off to face the music

And theA song that is coming through

You'reDm alreadyC falling, theBb one that isAm calling isD you

Verse 4

Em Each and everyG heart it seemed, isC bounded by a world of dreams

Em And each and everyG rising sun, isC greeted by, a lonely lonelyG one

Won't youAm tell me again?G Oh, can youF feel it?

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again toEm night?C

Outro

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again?G Oh-oh can youF feel it?

G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again toEm night?C ToG nightAm

G Ohh-oh can youF feel it?G Ohh-oh won't youAm tell me again toEm night?C

G Am G F G Am Em C G Am G F G Am Em C

G Am G F G Am Em C G

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