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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
I’m On Fire Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
I’m On Fire Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
I’m On Fire Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
I’m On Fire Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
I’m On Fire Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
I’m On Fire Chords – Harmonica
Bruce Springsteen’s classic song of simmering desire and restraint. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light, steady strum to capture the song’s tense, quiet energy.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E
B
E
B
Verse 2
E
B
E
B
Chorus
E
B
A
E
B
A
B
Verse 3
E
B
E
B
Bridge
A (×3)
Chorus
E
B
A
E
B
A
B
Outro
E
B
E
Practice tip: Master the E to B change, as it’s the song’s core movement; keep your fretting hand relaxed and pivot your index finger to switch between the two chords smoothly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "I’m On Fire"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: E, A, B and C#m.
Is "I’m On Fire" 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 "I’m On Fire" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "I’m On Fire"?
It was written by Bruce Springsteen, and released in 1984.