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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Fake Plastic Trees Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Fake Plastic Trees Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Fake Plastic Trees Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Fake Plastic Trees Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Fake Plastic Trees Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Fake Plastic Trees Chords – Harmonica
Radiohead’s beautiful, building ballad from The Bends starts as a whisper and grows into an emotional crescendo. The arpeggiated guitar creates a shimmering, fragile atmosphere.
Building Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Start with gentle arpeggios on each chord, letting notes ring together. As the song builds, gradually transition to fuller strumming. The crescendo is everything in this song.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E
F#m – D
A – E
F#m – D
Chorus
A – E – F#m
D – A
Verse 2
A – E
F#m – D
A – E
F#m – D
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Fake Plastic Trees"?
You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: A, E, F#m and D.
Is "Fake Plastic Trees" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Fake Plastic Trees" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Fake Plastic Trees"?
It was written by Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, Colin Greenwood, Ed O'Brien, Phil Selway, and released in 1995.