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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Brazil Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Brazil Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Brazil Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Brazil Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Brazil Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Brazil Chords – Harmonica
Declan McKenna’s politically charged indie anthem about corruption and the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Indie Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of D, but these chords are written for open position in C.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – Am (×2)
F – G
F – G – C
Chorus
F – G – C – Am (×4)
Verse 2
C – Am (×2)
F – G
F – G – C
Chorus
F – G – C – Am (×4)
Bridge
F – G – C – Am (×4)
Verse 3
C – Am (×2)
F – G
F – G – C
Chorus
F – G – C – Am (×4)
Outro
C – Am
F – G – C
C – Am
F – G – C (×3)
Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (C, Am, F, G). Practice switching between them in the order of the verse (C, Am, C, Am, F, G, F, G, C) until it becomes fluid.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Brazil"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G and Am.
Is "Brazil" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Brazil" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Brazil"?
It was written by Declan McKenna, and released in 2017.