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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Em · C · Am · D · G
Drive Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Em · C · Am · D · G
Drive Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Em · C · Am · D · G
Drive Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Em · C · Am · D · G
Drive Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Em · C · Am · D · G
Drive Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Em · C · Am · D · G
Drive Chords – Harmonica
A reflective alternative rock song by Incubus about taking control of your own path. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Steady Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 4th fret and play the chord shapes for C, G, Am, and F to match the original recording’s key of Ab.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – C#m
A – E
C#m – A
Chorus
E – C#m – A
E
C#m
A – E
Verse 2
E – C#m
A – E
C#m – A
Chorus
E – C#m – A
E
C#m
A – E
Bridge
C#m – A – E (×3)
Verse 3 / Outro
E – C#m
A – E
C#m – A
E – C#m – A
E
C#m
A – E
Practice tip: Master the four main chords (E, C#m, A) in the verse progression before adding the chorus, as the rhythm and chord changes are identical.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Drive"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Em, C, Am, D and G.
Is "Drive" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Drive" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Drive"?
It was written by Brandon Boyd, Mike Einziger, Alex Katunich, Jose Pasillas, Chris Kilmore, and released in 1999.