Lady In Red chords

by Chris de Burgh

Song Key: Bb Major

Time Signature: 2/2

Tempo: 77 bpm


Guitar Tuning: E A D G B e

Skill Level: Intermediate

Guitar Chords: Bb, Bbmaj7, Bb7, Bb7/F, Cm, Cm7, D, D7, Eb, Ebmaj7, Eb(add2), F, F7, F/A, F(add9), Gm, Gm/F, Gm/E

Extras: Arrangement, Intermediate level explained, song details

Chord Chart Legend
Bb Major barre chord Bb7 barre chord Bb7/F barre chord Bbmaj7 barre chord D Major D7 Cm barre chord Cm7 barre chord Eb Major-open Eb Major Eb Major barre chord Eb Major-v2 open Ebadd2 Ebmaj7 F Major barre chord F7 barre chord F Major F/A Fadd9 Gm Gm/F Gm/E Gm barre chord
Bb Major barre chord-LH Bb7 barre chord-LH Bb7/F barre chord-LH Bbmaj7 barre chord-LH D Major-LH D7-LH Cm barre chord-LH Cm7 barre chord-LH Eb Major open-LH Eb Major-LH Eb Major barre chord-LH Eb Major-v2 open-LH Ebadd2-LH Ebmaj7-LH F Major barre chord-LH F7 barre chord-LH F Major-LH F/A-LH Fadd9-LH Gm open-LH Gm/F-LH Gm/E-LH Gm barre chord-LH

Lady In Red

Song Key is highlighted - Transpose to any other key 
Drums: 4 Bars
              Bb         Ebmaj7    F     Bb          Ebmaj7     F
Intro: 2/2 ‖     |  𝄎  |        |     |      |  𝄎  |        |      ‖

        Bb                          Ebmaj7                Fadd9
1. I've ne-ver seen you look-ing so love-ly as you did to-night
        D7              D        Gm          F     Eb
   I've nev-er seen you shine so bright   Mm mm mm mm
        Bb                       Ebmaj7                     Fadd9
   I've nev-er seen so ma-ny men ask  you if you want-ed to dance
           D7             D          Gm             Bb7/F  Eb
   They're look-ing for a lit-tle ro-mance   Giv-en half a chance
              Cm
   And I have nev-er seen that dress you're wear-ing
          F7                                       Gm                 F
   Or the high-lights in your hair that catch your eyes   I have been blind

        F        Bb    Bbmaj7   Ebadd2
Chorus: La-dy in Red |        |        |
           F             Gm    F/A      Gm
        Is dan-cing with me  _ Cheek to cheek
                         Cm7
        There's no-bo-dy here |  𝄎  |  
      F7                  Bb                       Bb7
        It's just you and me   I'ts where I wan-na be
                      Eb  
        But I har-dly kno-o-o-o-ow   
      D                    Gm     Gm/F   Gm/E
        This beau-ty by my side |      |       |
                        Cm7           F
        I'll nev-er for-get  |  𝄎  |     |
            F               Bb
        The way you look to-night

         Bb         Ebmaj7    F     Bb          Ebmaj7     F
 Instr:‖    |  𝄎  |        |     |      |  𝄎  |        |      ‖
         (night)   
                
        Bb                          Ebmaj7                  Fadd9
2. I've nev-er seen you look-ing so gor-geous as you did to-night
        D7              D        Gm           F      Eb
   I've nev-er seen you shine so bright   You were a-ma-zing
        Bb                          Ebmaj7                   Fadd9
   I've nev-er seen so many peo-ple want to be there by your side
                D7                D           Gm      Bb7/F    Eb
   And when you turn-ed to me and smiled   It took my breath a-way
              Cm
   And I have ne-ver had such a feel-ing 
          F7                               Gm                F
   Such a feel-ing of comp-lete and utt-er love   As I do to-night


        F          Bb    Bbmaj7   Ebadd2
Chorus: La-dy in | Red |        |         |
           F             Gm    F/A      Gm
        Is dan-cing with me  _ Cheek to cheek
                         Cm7
        There's no-bo-dy here |  𝄎  |  
      F7                  Bb                       Bb7
        It's just you and me   I'ts where I wan-na be
                      Eb 
        But I har-dly kno-o-o-o-ow
      D                    Gm     Gm/F   Gm/E   
        This beau-ty by my side |      |       |
                        Cm7           F
        I'll nev-er for-get  |  𝄎  |     |
            F               Gm      Gm/F   Gm/E
        The way you look to-night |      |       |
                          Cm7
        I nev-er will for-get  |  𝄎  |
            F7               Bb
        The way you look to-(night) 
           Bb             Ebmaj7    F
        | (night)|  𝄎  |         |  La-dy in red |
            Bb           Ebmaj7     F
        |        |  𝄎  |         |  La-dy in red |
            Bb           Ebmaj7     F
        |        |  𝄎  |         |  La-dy in red |
            Bb           Ebmaj7     F          Bb
        |        |  𝄎  |       My|  La-dy in | red |  𝄎  |...

Arrangement Details

  • Key Signature: Bb Major - 2 flats (Bb, Eb)
  • Time Signature: 2/2 - Two half-note beats per measure
  • Tempo: Moderately slow
  • Metronome: h = 77
  • Voice Range: D4 - Bb5

Guitarist - Intermediate Skill Level:

An intermediate guitarist is someone who:
  • Has solid technical fundamentals
  • Can play a wide range of chords and rhythms
  • Has begun to understand theory and how music fits together
  • Can apply their skills to real music, jam, and even create their own parts

Why are the chords in this song considered Intermediate:

Barre Chords & Movable Shapes: Bb, Cm, Eb, F, Gm
  • All require barre chord technique, usually with the index finger across a fret. Mastering barre chords is one of the biggest leaps from beginner to intermediate.
Extended Chords & 7ths: Bbmaj7, Bb7, Cm7, D7, Ebmaj7, F7, Gm/F, Gm/E
  • These introduce seventh and major seventh chords, which add color and complexity.
  • Slash chords like Gm/F or Gm/E involve alternate bass notes—requiring fretboard control.
Slash Chords (Alternate Bass Notes): Bb7/F, F/A, Gm/F, Gm/E
  • These mean you play a chord leading with a specific bass note that isn’t the root.
  • Often used in more sophisticated arrangements for bass movement or voice leading.
Add Chords & Color Tones: Eb(add2), F(add9)
  • These bring in non-triad tones (like 2nds or 9ths) and require knowledge of voicings and fretboard

General Overview of the Chord Charts:
  • There are many different ways to play these chords. We have included voicings that are all within close proximity of each other.
  • The Gm run of Gm-Gm/F-Gm/E uses a particular voicing for easy transition from one chord to the next.
  • There are a few Eb major chords you can try, including a mixture of barre chords and open chords which utilize the C-shape, A-shape and D-shape forms.
  • The C-shape form of Eb Major uses a mini barre on the third fret - you can use a full barre over the first 5 strings for ease, as it has no effect on the chord with all notes covered on strings 4 & 5.

Song Details:

  • Songwriter: Chris de Burgh
  • Date: 1986
  • Lyrics Begin: I've never seen you looking so lovely as you did tonight,
  • Genre: Adult Contemporary, Pop Rock, Soft Rock
  • Featured Artist: Chris de Burgh
  • Album: Into the Light
    Released: 27 May 1986
    Label: A&M
  • Single:
    Released: 20 June 1986
    B-side: Borderline, The Ecstasy of Flight (I Love the Night)
Chris de Burgh
Chris de Burgh
Chris de Burgh

Born: Christopher John Davison on October 15, 1938 in Venado Tuerto, Santa Fe Province, Argentina. His father was a British Diplomat and his mother, an Irish secretary. His professional career began in County Wexford, Ireland.

Music Styles: Soft Rock, Pop, Art Rock

Profession: Singer, songwriter, musician

Instruments: Vocals, guitar, piano

Active Years: 1974-present

Official Website: cdeb.com

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