Smile Chords
Smile by Charles Chaplin is a more advanced guitar song played in the key of D. It uses the chords D, D9, D7+, D6, Em, B7, B4/7, B5, Em7, Em6, Gm, C9, Dm7, A6, A7, Bm7 and A4/7. Use the transpose and diagram tools on this page to change the key, see each shape, or simplify the chords.
D D9
Smile, though your heart is aching,
D7+ D9
Smile, even though it's breaking;
D6 Fº Em Cº B7
When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by
B4/7 Em B5 Em7 Em6
If you smile through your fear and sorrow,
Gm C9
Smile, and maybe tomorrow
D Dm7 D6 Em B5 A6 A7
You'll see the sun come shining through for you.
D D9
Light up your face with gladness,
D7+ D9
Hide ev'ry trace of sadness,
D6 Fº Em Cº B7
Although a tear may be ev - er so near,
B4/7 Em B5 Em7 Em6
That's the time you must keep on trying,
Gm C9
Smile - what's the use of crying?
D9 D Dm7 D6 Em B5
You'll find that life is still worth while
(First time)
A6 A7 D Bm7 Em7 A4/7 A7
If you'll just smile.
(Last time)
A6 A7 D Dm7 D6
If you'll just smile.