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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Dm · Bb · F · C
Complicated Chords – Guitar
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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Dm · Bb · F · C
Complicated Chords – Ukulele
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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Dm · Bb · F · C
Complicated Chords – Piano
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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Dm · Bb · F · C
Complicated Chords – Banjo
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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Dm · Bb · F · C
Complicated Chords – Mandolin
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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Dm · Bb · F · C
Complicated Chords – Harmonica
Avril Lavigne’s hit song about the frustration with someone’s fake behavior. Beginner difficulty in the key of F.
Pop Punk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 1st fret and play the G, C, and D chords shown to sound in the key of F.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G (×2)
C
G
D
G
C
G
D
G
C
G
Chorus
C
G
D
G
C
G
D
G
C
G
D
Verse 2
G (×2)
C
G
D
G
C
G
Chorus
C
G
D
G
C
G
D
G
C
G
D
Bridge
D
G
C
G
D
G
C
G
Chorus
C
G
D
G
C
G
D
G
C
G
D
Outro
G
Practice tip: Master the G, C, and D chord shapes first, then practice the strum pattern on a single chord before trying to sing and play together.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Complicated"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Dm, Bb, F and C.
Is "Complicated" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of F, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Complicated" in?
It is in the key of F.
Who wrote "Complicated"?
It was written by Avril Lavigne, The Matrix, and released in 2002.