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Alice Chords

Here are the chords for “Alice” by Smokie — in the key of A (A, D and E). It's an easy, beginner-friendly arrangement using common open chords. Use the interactive player to transpose to your vocal range, add a capo, and autoscroll hands-free while you strum.

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Chords for Alice

Key: ABPM: 90Difficulty: EasyPop
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ASally called, when she got the word,
DShe said "I suppose you've heard, About EAlice."
 So, I Arushed to the window, and I looked outside,
DAnd I could hardly believe my eyes,
 This Abig limousine pulled slowly into DAlice's drive.
 I Adon't why why she's leaving, or where she's gonna go,
 I Dguess she's got her reasons but I just don't wanna know,
 'Cause for E24 years I've been Dliving next door to AAlice. A 
A24 years, just waitin' for a chance,
 To Dtell her how I'm feeling, maybe get a second glance,
 Now I've Egotta get used to not Dliving next door to AAlice. A 
 We Awalked together, two kids in the park,
DCarved our initials deep in the bark - Me and EAlice.
 Now she Awalks to the door, with her head held high,
DJust for a moment, I caught her eye,
 As the Abig limousine pulled slowly out of DAlice's drive.
 I Adon't why why she's leaving, or where she's gonna go,
 I Dguess she's got her reasons but I just don't wanna know,
 'Cause for E24 years I've been Dliving next door to AAlice. A 
A24 years, just waitin' for a chance,
 To Dtell her how I'm feeling, maybe get a second glance,
 Now I've Egotta get used to not Dliving next door to AAlice. A 
ASally called back, and asked how I felt,
DShe said "I know other help, you get over EAlice."
 She said "Now AAlice is gone, but I'm still here
 - You know DI've been waiting 24 years."
 And the Abig limousine disEappeared.
 I Adon't why why she's leaving, or where she's gonna go,
 I Dguess she's got her reasons but I just don't wanna know,
 'Cause for E24 years I've been Dliving next door to AAlice. A 
A24 years, just waitin' for a chance,
 To Dtell her how I'm feeling, maybe get a second glance,
 Now I've Egotta get used to not Dliving next door to AAlice. A 
 No, I'll Enever get used to not Dliving next door to AAlice...

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About Alice

“Alice” by Smokie is a well-known pop song that sits comfortably on acoustic guitar. This arrangement uses 3 chords — A, D and E — with the progression centred on A, D and E. Because it sticks to common open shapes, it's a great choice for beginners and campfire sing-alongs. Hover or tap any chord above to see its fingering, change the key with the transpose buttons, or set a capo to match the original recording.

Alice — FAQ

What key is “Alice” in?

“Alice” by Smokie is in the key of A. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “Alice”?

“Alice” uses 3 chords: A, D and E.

Is “Alice” easy to play on guitar?

Yes — “Alice” is rated easy and uses common open chords, so beginners can pick it up quickly.

Who sings “Alice”?

“Alice” is performed by Smokie.

Is there a play-along video for “Alice”?

Yes — a YouTube video is embedded on this page so you can play along at full tempo.

What genre is “Alice”?

“Alice” is categorised as Pop.