E5tap to play
F5tap to play
G5tap to play
A5tap to play
Key
E Major
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
E5 · F5 · G5 · A5
Metallica’s most famous riff launched a million air guitar performances. The intro is pure power chord magic.
Heavy Palm Mute (4/4 Time)
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Tip: The intro riff uses the open low E string with a chromatic climb. Heavy palm muting is essential for the chugging sound.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
E5
Say your prayers, little one, don’t forget, my son,
E5
To include everyone.
F5 G5 F5 E5
Tuck you in, warm within, keep you free from sin,
G5 F5 E5
Till the sandman he comes.
Chorus
E5 F5 E5
Exit light, enter night.
E5
Take my hand,
G5 F5 E5
We’re off to never never land.