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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Dm · Am · Bb · F · C
Dark Red Chords – Guitar
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Dm · Am · Bb · F · C
Dark Red Chords – Ukulele
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Dm · Am · Bb · F · C
Dark Red Chords – Piano
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Dm · Am · Bb · F · C
Dark Red Chords – Banjo
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Dm · Am · Bb · F · C
Dark Red Chords – Mandolin
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Dm · Am · Bb · F · C
Dark Red Chords – Harmonica
Steve Lacy’s moody and minimalist R&B track about obsessive love and foreboding. Beginner difficulty in the key of D.
Steady Groove (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out to match the song’s vibe.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D
A – Bm – G
D – A
Bm – G
Chorus
D
A
Bm – G
D
A
Bm – G
Verse 2
D
A – Bm – G
D – A
Bm – G
Chorus
D
A
Bm – G
D
A
Bm – G
Bridge
D – A
Bm – G
D – A
Bm – G
Verse 3
D
A – Bm – G
D – A
Bm – G
Chorus
D
A
Bm – G
D
A
Bm – G
Practice tip: Master the D-A-Bm-G progression before adding the vocals; it repeats throughout the entire song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Dark Red"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Dm, Am, Bb, F and C.
Is "Dark Red" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Dark Red" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "Dark Red"?
It was written by Steve Lacy, and released in 2017.