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Brain Stew Chords – Guitar
Green Day’s grunge-influenced song about insomnia and mental fatigue. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Driving Downstrokes (4/4 Time)
↓↓↓↓↓↓
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Tip: Use palm muting on the verses and play with a heavy, steady downstroke rhythm.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A E
I’m having trouble trying to sleep
G D
I’m counting sheep but running out
A E
As time ticks by and still I try
G D
No rest for crosstown traffic
Verse 2
A E
My eyes feel like they’re gonna bleed
D A
Dried up and bulging out my skull
A E
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
D A
Fucked up and spun out in my room
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Verse 3
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Bridge
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (A, E, G, D) before adding the heavy palm muting and driving tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Brain Stew"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: A, G, F#, F and E.
Is "Brain Stew" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Brain Stew" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Brain Stew"?
It was written by Billie Joe Armstrong, and released in 1995.
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Gtap to play
F#tap to play
Ftap to play
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Brain Stew Chords – Ukulele
Green Day’s grunge-influenced song about insomnia and mental fatigue. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Driving Downstrokes (4/4 Time)
↓↓↓↓↓↓
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Tip: Use palm muting on the verses and play with a heavy, steady downstroke rhythm.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A E
I’m having trouble trying to sleep
G D
I’m counting sheep but running out
A E
As time ticks by and still I try
G D
No rest for crosstown traffic
Verse 2
A E
My eyes feel like they’re gonna bleed
D A
Dried up and bulging out my skull
A E
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
D A
Fucked up and spun out in my room
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Verse 3
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Bridge
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (A, E, G, D) before adding the heavy palm muting and driving tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Brain Stew"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: A, G, F#, F and E.
Is "Brain Stew" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Brain Stew" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Brain Stew"?
It was written by Billie Joe Armstrong, and released in 1995.
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Gtap to play
F#tap to play
Ftap to play
Etap to play
Brain Stew Chords – Piano
Green Day’s grunge-influenced song about insomnia and mental fatigue. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Driving Downstrokes (4/4 Time)
↓↓↓↓↓↓
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Tip: Use palm muting on the verses and play with a heavy, steady downstroke rhythm.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A E
I’m having trouble trying to sleep
G D
I’m counting sheep but running out
A E
As time ticks by and still I try
G D
No rest for crosstown traffic
Verse 2
A E
My eyes feel like they’re gonna bleed
D A
Dried up and bulging out my skull
A E
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
D A
Fucked up and spun out in my room
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Verse 3
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Bridge
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (A, E, G, D) before adding the heavy palm muting and driving tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Brain Stew"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: A, G, F#, F and E.
Is "Brain Stew" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Brain Stew" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Brain Stew"?
It was written by Billie Joe Armstrong, and released in 1995.
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Gtap to play
F#tap to play
Ftap to play
Etap to play
Brain Stew Chords – Banjo
Green Day’s grunge-influenced song about insomnia and mental fatigue. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Driving Downstrokes (4/4 Time)
↓↓↓↓↓↓
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Tip: Use palm muting on the verses and play with a heavy, steady downstroke rhythm.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A E
I’m having trouble trying to sleep
G D
I’m counting sheep but running out
A E
As time ticks by and still I try
G D
No rest for crosstown traffic
Verse 2
A E
My eyes feel like they’re gonna bleed
D A
Dried up and bulging out my skull
A E
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
D A
Fucked up and spun out in my room
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Verse 3
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Bridge
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (A, E, G, D) before adding the heavy palm muting and driving tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Brain Stew"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: A, G, F#, F and E.
Is "Brain Stew" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Brain Stew" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Brain Stew"?
It was written by Billie Joe Armstrong, and released in 1995.
Atap to play
Gtap to play
F#tap to play
Ftap to play
Etap to play
Brain Stew Chords – Mandolin
Green Day’s grunge-influenced song about insomnia and mental fatigue. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Driving Downstrokes (4/4 Time)
↓↓↓↓↓↓
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Tip: Use palm muting on the verses and play with a heavy, steady downstroke rhythm.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A E
I’m having trouble trying to sleep
G D
I’m counting sheep but running out
A E
As time ticks by and still I try
G D
No rest for crosstown traffic
Verse 2
A E
My eyes feel like they’re gonna bleed
D A
Dried up and bulging out my skull
A E
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
D A
Fucked up and spun out in my room
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Verse 3
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Bridge
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (A, E, G, D) before adding the heavy palm muting and driving tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Brain Stew"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: A, G, F#, F and E.
Is "Brain Stew" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Brain Stew" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Brain Stew"?
It was written by Billie Joe Armstrong, and released in 1995.
Atap to play
Gtap to play
F#tap to play
Ftap to play
Etap to play
Brain Stew Chords – Harmonica
Green Day’s grunge-influenced song about insomnia and mental fatigue. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Driving Downstrokes (4/4 Time)
↓↓↓↓↓↓
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Tip: Use palm muting on the verses and play with a heavy, steady downstroke rhythm.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A E
I’m having trouble trying to sleep
G D
I’m counting sheep but running out
A E
As time ticks by and still I try
G D
No rest for crosstown traffic
Verse 2
A E
My eyes feel like they’re gonna bleed
D A
Dried up and bulging out my skull
A E
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
D A
Fucked up and spun out in my room
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Verse 3
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Bridge
A E
On my own, here we go
D A
My eyes feel like they’re gonna blow
A E
I’m on a roll, here we go
D A
My mouth is dry, my face is numb
Chorus
E G
My mind is set on overdrive
D A
The clock is laughing in my face
E G
A crooked spine, my sense dulled
D A
Passed the point of delirium
Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (A, E, G, D) before adding the heavy palm muting and driving tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Brain Stew"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: A, G, F#, F and E.
Is "Brain Stew" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Brain Stew" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Brain Stew"?
It was written by Billie Joe Armstrong, and released in 1995.