Key:
Introduction:
A D
You say you want a revolution, well you know
A
We all want to change the world
D
You tell me that it's evolution, well you know
E7
We all want to change the world
Bm E
but when you talk about destruction
Bm G A F# E
don't you know that you can count me out
A D
Don't you know it's gonna be, alright 3x
A D
You say you got a real solution, well you know
A
We'd all love to see the plan
D
You ask me for a contribution, well you know
E7
We're all doing what we can
Bm E
But if you want money for people with minds that hate
Bm G A F# E
All I can tell you is brother you have to wait
A D
Don't you know it's gonna be, alright 3x
A D
You say you'll change the constitution, well you know
A
We all want to change your head
D
You tell me it's the institution, well you know
E7
You better free your mind instead
Bm E
But if you go carrying pictures of Chairman Mao
Bm G A F# E
You ain't gonna make it with anyone any how
A D
Don't you know it's gonna be, alright 3x
A
Alright
* Alternate:
F# E
** Revolution 2 version:
*** It has been suggested that instead of Bm, Bm/F# be substituted