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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Em · C · G · D
Disarm Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Em · C · G · D
Disarm Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Em · C · G · D
Disarm Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Em · C · G · D
Disarm Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Em · C · G · D
Disarm Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Em · C · G · D
Disarm Chords – Harmonica
A haunting acoustic ballad by The Smashing Pumpkins. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Simple Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 4th fret to match the original recording’s key, but these chords are written for open position in the key of E.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E
C#m
A
E
Verse 2
E
C#m
A
E
Chorus
A – E
C#m – B
A – E
C#m – B
Verse 3
E
C#m
A
E
Chorus
A – E
C#m – B
A – E
C#m – B
Bridge
E – C#m
A – B
E – C#m
A – B
Chorus
A – E
C#m – B
A – E
C#m – B
Outro
E
C#m
A
E
Practice tip: Focus on the steady, arpeggiated feel; let the chords ring out and practice the transition from C#m to A, as it’s used frequently.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Disarm"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, C, G and D.
Is "Disarm" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Disarm" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Disarm"?
It was written by Billy Corgan, and released in 1993.