Walk On by U2 – Guitar Tab

Walk On by U2 – Guitar Tab


U2 - Walk On album art

Why I Like This Tab

This tab for U2’s “Walk On” is a fantastic one for several reasons. Firstly, it’s accurate. The chords and the tabbed intro riff really capture the essence of the original song, which is crucial for any good tab. Secondly, it’s comprehensive, providing not just the chords and lyrics, but also the tuning, capo positioning, and even different variations of common chords. Lastly, it gives you a good feel for U2’s unique style of play. It’s not just about playing the chords, but also about understanding the subtle nuances of rhythm and progression that make U2’s music so distinctive.

Practice Tip

My key tip for practicing this version of “Walk On” is to focus on the transitions between chords. U2’s music often involves quick changes, and this song is no exception. Spend some time practicing moving from one chord to another smoothly and quickly. Start slow and gradually increase your speed. Also, pay close attention to the rhythm and timing of the song. Listen to the original track while you practice to get a feel for it.

Genre & Difficulty

“Walk On” is a rock song with a touch of post-punk and alternative rock. It’s not overly complicated, but it does have its challenging moments, especially with the quick chord transitions. This makes it suitable for intermediate players who are comfortable with basic chords and are looking to challenge themselves a bit more. It’s also a great song for those who enjoy U2’s music and want to delve deeper into their style of play.


Chords Used


                                    Dm: xx0231
(Not sure what kind of C it is :s)  C:  032030
                                    G:  320033
                                    D:  xx0232
(Not sure what kind of A it is :s)  A:  x02230
                                    G*: 355233
                                    Bm: 224432
(Not sure what kind of Em it is :s) Em: 022030
                                    E:  022100
                                Esus4 : 022200

Full Tab


[Verse]

D              A             G        Em
  And if the darkness is to keep us a-part...
D              A                 G               Em
  And if the daylight feels like it's a long way off...
D             A                  G
  And if your glass heart should crack
          Em              D
And for a second you turn back
   A      E       Esus4
Oh no, Be strong  oh...oh....


[Chorus]

      D       A
Walk on, Walk on
          G
What you got they can't steal it
   Em
No they can't even feel it
      D       A
Walk on, Walk on
G            E
 Stay safe tonight


[Verse]

D                   A             G                     Em
  You're packing a suitcase for a place, none of us has been...
D              A                  G      Em
  A place that has to be believed, to be seen...
D                A
  You could have flown away
  G                   Em
A singing bird, in an open cage
         D         A              E        Esus4
Who will, only fly, only fly, for freedom  Oh...oh....


[Chorus]

     D        A
Walk on, Walk on
            G
What you've got they can't deny it
      Em
Can't sell it, or buy it
     D        A
Walk on, Walk on
G                E
 You stay safe tonight


[Bridge]

      D                       A
And I know it aches, and your heart it breaks
            E                 E
And you can only take so much


[Solo]

     Bm G Em A
Walk on...
Bm G Em A
A A A D


[Bridge]

D   A           G                            Em
Ho-ome, Hard to know what that is, if you've never had one
D   A           G                      Em
Ho-ome, I can't say where it is, but I know I'm going
D  A                     E       Esus4
Ho-ome, That's where the hurt is


[Bridge]

      D                       A
And I know it aches, and your heart it breaks
            E            E
And you can only take so much


[Outro] (Solo 2)

     Em  G  D  A
Walk on..
             Em                    G
All that you fashion, all that you make
             D                   A
All that you build, all that you break
             Em                    G
All that you measure, all that you feel
             D           A
All this you can leave behind
             Em                 G
All that you reason, needs only time
             D            A
All that I'm feelin on my mind
             Em                  G
All that you sense, all that you scheme
        D                          A
All you dress up, and all that you seem

End on : D

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