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Key
F#m
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
F#m · E · D · A · B
Before He Cheats Chords – Guitar
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Key
F#m
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
F#m · E · D · A · B
Before He Cheats Chords – Ukulele
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Key
F#m
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
F#m · E · D · A · B
Before He Cheats Chords – Piano
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Key
F#m
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
F#m · E · D · A · B
Before He Cheats Chords – Banjo
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Key
F#m
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
F#m · E · D · A · B
Before He Cheats Chords – Mandolin
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Key
F#m
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
F#m · E · D · A · B
Before He Cheats Chords – Harmonica
A fierce country anthem about revenge, with a driving rhythm and powerful vocals.
Country Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play Em, D, C, G, A shapes for easier open chords.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
F#m
E – D
F#m
E – D
Pre-Chorus
E – D
A
B
Chorus
F#m
E
D – A
F#m – E
D – A
B – F#m
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Before He Cheats"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: F#m, E, D, A and B.
Is "Before He Cheats" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of F#m, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Before He Cheats" in?
It is in the key of F#m.
Who wrote "Before He Cheats"?
It was written by Josh Kear, Chris Tompkins, and released in 2005.